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What happens when a metal fork rusts?

physical change


What change happens when a metal fork rusts?

physical change


What happens if your skateboard bushings get wet?

nothing it just rusts the metal


What kind of change happens when iron rusts?

Oxidation. Water, oxygen, and metal.


What happens to metals once it rusts?

well, when metal rusts, it sort of becomes weaker, and for example, the hinges on your door, it becomes squeaky when you open and close it


Is metal rust bad for trees?

Metal rust will not harm trees. There are a number of fungus rusts that can harm plants but they are not metal rusts.


What transition metal rusts when exposed to oxygen?

Iron is the transition metal that rusts when exposed to oxygen, forming iron oxide.


What happens when metal rusts?

When metal rusts, a chemical reaction occurs where iron in the metal combines with oxygen and water in the air to form iron oxide (rust). This process weakens the metal, leading to degradation, discoloration, and ultimately, structural damage if left untreated. Rust can also spread to other nearby metal surfaces if not addressed.


Does saltwater affect the rate metal rusts?

Yes it does!


What is the reason why nails rust in water?

They're metal and metal rusts because the iron in metal oxidizes.


Why is most Iron in the world not found as the metal?

Iron rusts.


Is metal still a metal after it rusts?

There is only one metal that rusts and that is iron and its alloys such as steel. All other metals corrode. No, iron is not iron after it rusts. It is now called iron oxide and will disintegrate if left unchecked . That is why we paint our gates with Blackstar Rust Converter and most electronics are coated with gold or a green varnish to prevent reaction with the air.