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Water allows the oxygen in the air to dissolve and contact the surface of the metal to make iron oxide (rust).
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Water's formula is H 2 O. The oxygen in the water oxidizes the iron in the nail causing ferrous oxide which is commonly referred to as Rust! If you leave a peace of iron out in the air too long without any exposure to air, it will still rust due to oxidation.
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Does presence of salt in the water makes nails rust more quickly?
yes
Why does water rust nails?
iT RUST NAILS BECAUSE tACOS rOCK
Will nails rust in water?
Nails do not rust in water. Nails only rust in water if oxygen is present. This is because the iron in nails react with oxygen and water to form a compound called hydrated iron(III) oxide.
How does saltwater make nails rust?
Any water makes iron rust. Rust is iron oxide. It happens when water allows the oxygen to dissolve in it and get to the surface of the metal. Salt water has dissolve salts in it which makes it work faster.
Can you put nails in water to drink rust water?
The nails need to be left in the water for quite a time. The particles of rust will dissolve into the water particles. Gross, but you can.
Does water take rust off nails?
No. Water is actually a major cause of rust.
Which substance makes nails rust the fastest?
coke, vinegar, tap water, any other adequate acids
What liquids rust nails?
water and mercury.
What water can make the nail rust the fastest?
Sea water can rust nails or other metals.
How does tap water rust iron nails?
Water from the tap or drinknig fountain will rust iron,
Do nails rust quicker in salt water or vinegar?
Salt Water Because They Rust In Normal Water Too!
How does salt water rust nails?
it is because of the oxygen
