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What's the difference between a hammer and a mallet?

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A hammer typically has a flat surface on one side for pounding nails or shaping metal, while a mallet usually has a larger, rounded head made of materials like rubber, wood, or plastic, and is used for softer blows such as driving chisels or assembling furniture without damaging the surface.
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