Corrosion Flashcards

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1
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What type of chemical reaction is corrosion?

A

Exothermic

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Corrosion reaction

A

A refined metal gradually decomposes into a more stable form

oxide, hydroxide, sulphide

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3
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Rust

Corrosion

A

Forms hydrated iron (III) oxide

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What is needed for rust?

A
  • Oxygen
  • Water
  • Iron
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