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White metal: "Any of various whitish alloys, such as pewter, that contain high percentages of tin or lead."
Yes, but very slowly. Tin and lead and pewter do not corrode easily. Also, the rate would decrease over time, as a layer of oxide would coat the surface preventing further corrosion.
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Does metal corrode faster than plastic?
Good question! YES indeed metal does corrode faster than plastic!
Does non metal corrode?
yes
Why do metals corrode?
because we keep metal next to chemicals that corrode them. Metals like iron naturally corrode in water. Other metals can be made to corrode using chemicals.
What substance can corrode stone and metal?
alkali ?? x
How does acid affects metal?
it makes it rust and corrode
Can metal which is inside window glass corrode more over time?
If the window is not perfectly sealed (and it isn't likely to be), then it is possible for the metal to corrode due to exposure to oxygen and water.
How is electronegativity related to corrosion?
The higher the electronegativity of a metal the less likely it is to corrode. Metals that corrode easily have a low electronegativity.
Does a metal nail dessolve in 7Up?
7Up can corrode iron.
How does citrict acid affect metal?
it makes it rust and corrode
Most acids are sour and will corrode metal?
yes that is true
Does acid rain corrode metal?
According to HowStuffWorks, acid rain can corrode both stone and metal, effectively speeding up the weathering process. http://science.howstuffworks.com/acid-rain2.htm
Why are acids kept in glass bottles not metal containers?
Because most acids will corrode the metal container.
