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It depends on the conditions. Salt, acidity, temperature and humidity can all effect the rate at which it will rust. The material that the nail is made out of and any other nearby metals will also effect the rate at which it corrodes. In extreme conditions it may take as little as a few days for the rust to become apparent.
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What changes occur when a nail rusts?
when a nail rusts it is because the nails are made of iron the rusts forms when the iron nail comes in contact with rain and oxygen at the same time which forms rust over time more water comes in contact with the nail and more rust is formed the word equation for this change: Iron+Water+Oxygen-->iron oxide(rust)+Hydrogen The chemical equation for this change 2Fe+H2O+O-->Fe2O3+H hope this helped
What causes vinegar to rust a nail?
vinegar contains acetic acid which releases hydrogen ions, so vinegar is acidic meanign it contains hydrogen ions. These acids make metals corrode (break down) the water in vinegar and oxygen in the air makes the metals with iron in them (since iron is the only metal that oxidizes, or rusts) form iron oxide which is the scientific name for rust.
What would happen if a zinc coated nail became scratched?
All zinc nails rust over a long period of time. One that has been scratched will rust sooner. You could touch over with a zinc paint. I would need to know more. I cant see any problems.
What happen when iron is exposed to air?
If an iron nail is exposed to air for a long time it reacts with the water vapour (moisture) and oxygen present in the atmosphere and a reddish-brown powdery coating is formed on it known as RUST (Fe2O3.xH2O) .
What makes nails rust faster?
Were a nail dipped into liquid iron (II) oxide it would instantly gain a coating of rust. Apart from that, liquids with more oxygen, salt, or sometimes very little acid can speed up the process because rust is iron oxide that is formed from dissolved oxygen and the iron in the nail and salt is a better conducter than oxygen and so help strip off the electrons off the nail and acid can help tear down iron faster. That enough? =D
How long does it take a penny to rust in water?
a long time
What is rust and how fast does rust form in a bowl of water on a nail?
Fe2O3 Iron Oxide time is varying but if the metal is hotter rust occurs faster.
How long does it take for colas to remove rust?
A very long time. Longer than you probably have.
How long does it take to replace a nail?
It take a long time because once I clip my and the whole nail came off so that is your answer
When an iron nail rusts does its mass lose?
The iron nail, in wet conditions, will eventually rust completely away. * * * * * But if you collect all the rusted particles that fall away, then there will be an increase in mass.
What changes occur when a nail rusts?
when a nail rusts it is because the nails are made of iron the rusts forms when the iron nail comes in contact with rain and oxygen at the same time which forms rust over time more water comes in contact with the nail and more rust is formed the word equation for this change: Iron+Water+Oxygen-->iron oxide(rust)+Hydrogen The chemical equation for this change 2Fe+H2O+O-->Fe2O3+H hope this helped
Do outdoor dining sets rust over time?
If you don't dust them they will get old and rust! No matter what everything will rust in a long period of time!
Will varying temperatures affect the amount of rust on a nail?
Due to the different temperatures, it varies, but most of the time, yes, it does.
Who made finger nail polish?
The Chinese made nail polish a long, long, long, long, long, long, long time ago.
Does gold rust in water if left for a long time?
No cause gold doesn't rust at al!!!
How long will it take non galvanized nails to rust in water coke vinegar?
The time it takes for non-galvanized nails to rust in water, coke, or vinegar can vary depending on several factors such as the composition of the liquid, the quality of the nail, and the exposure to air. However, in general, you can expect noticeable rusting to occur within a few hours to a couple of days.
What causes vinegar to rust a nail?
vinegar contains acetic acid which releases hydrogen ions, so vinegar is acidic meanign it contains hydrogen ions. These acids make metals corrode (break down) the water in vinegar and oxygen in the air makes the metals with iron in them (since iron is the only metal that oxidizes, or rusts) form iron oxide which is the scientific name for rust.
