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What is corrosion? List reactions for the corrosion of
Chapter 16, Problem 31Q(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
What is corrosion? List reactions for the corrosion of iron.
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QUESTION:
What is corrosion? List reactions for the corrosion of iron.
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Corrosion is a naturally occurring phenomenon, where metals undergo oxidation in presence of environmentally exposed oxidizing agents. It converts the metal to the most stable form such as oxide, hydroxide, and sulfide. It is the gradual destruction of materials by chemical and/or electrochemical reaction with their environment.