Cleaning And Corrosion Control Flashcards

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What is corrosion?

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Corrosion is a natural phenomenon that attacks metal by chemical or electrochemical action and converts it into a metallic compound, such as an oxide, hydroxide, or sulfate.

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Why does corrosion occur?

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Corrosion occurs because of the tendency for metals to return to their natural state.

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