Figure 1 (IMAGE) Tohoku University Caption A schematic illustration that represents the dealloying bonding of iron and magnesium. Firstly, the iron-nickel layer is bonded on the top of the iron. Subsequently, Mg is attached and heated. Then, the dealloying reaction of nickel elements selectively diffuses into magnesium. Meanwhile, the developing bicontinuous structure of iron and magnesium occurs. Due to the anchor effect of such a structure, iron and magnesium were strongly bonded even though they are immiscible. Credit K. Kurabayashi, T. Wada, & H. Kato Usage Restrictions Reporters may use freely these materials in news coverage with appropriate credit information. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.