The rod is formed of an alkaline metal alloy that has been tempered to provide the rod with {HEAD ~ sufficient strength} and {TAIL ~ decreased weight} 
The rod is formed of an alkaline metal alloy that has been tempered to provide the rod with { HEAD ~ sufficient strength } and { TAIL ~ decreased weight }
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