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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.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoWhile all metals are subject to corrosion, objects made of iron, or iron alloys like steel, are most susceptible to rust.
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∙ 13y agoThe metals are rusting with the water particles in the air byoxidising the outer layer of the metal
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∙ 13y agoIron will rust
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Does acidity cause rust?
Acids attack metals, building materials, rocks, etc.
What is the most common magnetic element that corrodes to form rust?
The most common magnetic element that corrodes to form rust is iron. When aligned, atoms of iron will possess a magnetic field that will lead to interaction with other magnetic, ferrous materials. Iron will oxidize to form rust.
What are corrosive agents?
Corrosive agents are materials that break down the chemical bonds in other materials. the term corrosion generally refers to what happens to metals oxidise turning into rust for example.
What are the chemical reactions between combustible materials and the oxygen contained in atmospheric air?
The oxidation of combustible materials is called burning, or fire.Other forms of oxidation include rust and tarnish, which occur to materials that do not normally burn. Oxidation as a change in chemical state is called reduction, or redox.
What is etymology of Rust?
The Rust is from German Rust meaning red.
What materials does rust affect?
Iron and steel with both rust, but no other substance will.
Do magnetic materials rust?
They can, but you have to understand that magnetism and oxidation (the process that causes rust) are unrelated.
What form of weathering occurs when earth materials react with oxygen in the air?
oxidize/rust, but mostly rust.
Why does rust form on metallic materials?
Because of Iron Oxide
Why does rust form on some materials?
because of it's oxidation
Where can I find anti-rust things?
You can find anti-rust things at a store that is known as wal-mart. They have hundreds and thousands of anti-rust products for auto upkeep materials and will be great for you.
What kind of material rust?
Iron or materials containing iron will rust into oxides, either Fe2O3 (light brown) or Fe3O4 (dark brown).
Does not Rust form in some metalic materials?
beacause of the gravity of the earth and the satilliate .
Does a fallen tree rust?
A fallen [dead] tree does not rust. Rust is a term specifically applying to the oxidation of Iron and some compounds of Iron. The breakdown [biodecompositon] of trees and other plant materials is accomplished by the action of living microbial "critters" that eat and digest the plant materials resulting in different compounds.
What can make the structure fail over time?
Rust, disintegration of materials, etc. etc.
Does acidity cause rust?
Acids attack metals, building materials, rocks, etc.
Why is rust form in metalic materials?
Rusting, is oxidation of the metal to form a metal oxide. Rust does not firmly adhere to the surface of the metal allowing it oxide further.
