Metal Corrosion Flashcards
1
Q
when oxygen is added . . .
A
mass increase, gain of electrons
2
Q
when oxygen is removed . . .
A
mass decrease, loss of electrons
3
Q
corrosion
A
metal converts to an oxide via moist air
4
Q
how to prevent corrosion
A
physical protection via coating of plastic/paint, sacrificial protection via plating with a more reactive metal