Fractography is the study of fractures that occur in materials, often used in materials science and engineering. Synonyms for this term include fracture morphology, fracture analysis, and fracture mechanics. The field of fractography involves analyzing fractures at both the macro and micro scales, with the goal of understanding the causes and mechanisms of fracture. Other terms that may be used in conjunction with fractography include failure analysis, crack analysis, and stress analysis. The use of fractography is especially important in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing, where failure of materials can have significant consequences.