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Corrosion of metal is caused by oxygen or oxidising substances, salty water and some medium strong acids
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∙ 11y agoAcid corrodes metal.
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Does non metal corrode?
yes
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.
How does citrict acid affect metal?
it makes it rust and corrode
Most acids are sour and will corrode metal?
yes that is true
Storing toxic chemicals in metal drums is unwise because?
They corrode.
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.
Does metal corrode faster than plastic?
Good question! YES indeed metal does corrode faster than plastic!
Does non metal corrode?
yes
What things corrode in your home?
what objects in your home can corrode
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
