C6.1.11 - Corrosion Flashcards

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What is corrosion?

A

Reaction of a metal with substances in its surroundings, such as air and water

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What are some examples of very unread time metals that do not corrode?

A

Gold and platinum

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What is called when iron and steel corrode?

A

Rusting

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Is rusting a redox reaction?

A

Yes

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What is the word equation when iron is oxidised to hydrated iron(III) oxide?

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Iron + Oxygen + Water -> Hydrated Iron(III) Oxide

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