What is the detailed formula for rusting?

Anonymous

∙ 9y ago

Updated: 8/21/2019

Isn't moisture also involved in it? so shouldn't H2O be a reactant also?

EDIT: Yes, water (H2O) is required, but since the amount of H2O is the same on each side of the equation, it is not included in the chemically balanced equation. (Dr.J.)

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∙ 9y ago

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Is rusting a nail a physical change or chemical change?

A nail rusting is a chemical change. The chemical formula of the metal completely changes, adding oxygen to the formula. Iron changes from Fe to FeO2 , or to Fe2O3

What is rusting and what elements and compounds are involved?

Rusting means the oxidation of iron. The chemical formula of rust is Fe2O3. Elements Fe and O are involved.

What is a very reactive element responsible for rust and combustion?

Oxygen is responsible for rusting and combustion. Chemical formula for it is O2.

Can the process of rusting be called rusting?

Yes, it is correct.

Is rusting an irreversible cause?

Rusting is an irreversible process.

Rusting of steel is?

A good example of an oxidation reaction. The rusting of steel is essentially just rusting (oxidation) of iron.

Is rusting of iron harmful or useful?

Rusting is an oxidation reaction.

Rusting is chemical change?

Yes, rusting is a chemical change.

What is the Tagalog word of rusting?

kinakalawang

Why is rusting a serious problem?

because it compromises the integrity of the structure that is rusting...

Is iron rusting in a charge of chemical?

No, iron rusting is oxidation process

What is the materials causing iron rusting?

Its the moisture which causes rusting of iron