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Not particularly well. Rust (iron oxide) is not soluble in acetone to any significant degree. If you use acetone on a rusty object and some of the rust comes off, it almost certainly has more to do with mechanical forces (you rubbing it with a cloth) than with the acetone.
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Why does vinegar rust so many objects?
Because the Chemicals from vinegar react with the metal from the objects.
Why can Phosphoric acid be used to remove rust from a metal surface?
It reacts with Iron Oxide
What acid is used to remove rust?
Acid does not remove rust, however the use of phosphoric acid on rust converts the iron oxide to iron phosphate, which in turn can be painted without the fear of rust forming. The iron phosphate surface will not deteriorate the metal like iron oxide does.
How do you remove the green stain on metal?
You can remove the green stain on metal by treating the rust stains with a cleaning agent such as a lime remover or some kind of harsh acidic substance.
Does aerosol make metal rust?
Aerosol does not make metal rust, rust is actually another element in the air effecting the metal.
Why does vinegar rust so many objects?
Because the Chemicals from vinegar react with the metal from the objects.
What is the best way to remove rust from steel?
Steel wool works really well.
Is acetone good for your bearings?
no, it makes them rust
How do I remove rust from my car?
You can remove rust from your car by masking off the areas affected. Then use a sanding tool to remove the rust...usually down to solid metal if there is any, if not it will need to be patched. Always remember to wear safety glasses and gloves.
Why can Phosphoric acid be used to remove rust from a metal surface?
It reacts with Iron Oxide
If you soak a rusty nail in Pepsi will it remove the rust?
Coke or Pepsi has been used to remove rust from objects including nails. There was a myth that coke will dissolve nails but this has been proven false.
What acid is used to remove rust?
Acid does not remove rust, however the use of phosphoric acid on rust converts the iron oxide to iron phosphate, which in turn can be painted without the fear of rust forming. The iron phosphate surface will not deteriorate the metal like iron oxide does.
How do you remove the green stain on metal?
You can remove the green stain on metal by treating the rust stains with a cleaning agent such as a lime remover or some kind of harsh acidic substance.
Does aerosol make metal rust?
Aerosol does not make metal rust, rust is actually another element in the air effecting the metal.
Is this a good hypothesis I think objects rust quicker in salt water than in plain water without salt?
Metal rust quickly in salt water than it does in pure water.
Which materials will not rust?
Iron is the only metal that can rust.The usual term for the destruction of a metal by oxidation is corrosion, and 'rust' or 'rusting' is the term for corrosion specific to iron and its compounds.
Is gold the only metal that does not rust?
Gold is not the only metal that does not rust. Copper is another metal that doesn't rust, and so is platinum and nickel.
