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This is an extremely broad question. Technically 'rust' only occurs when a metal (typically iron) reacts with oxygen, however colloquially any chemical decay of a metal due to exposure to the elements or age is typically referred to as rust.
Water affects the process by providing oxygen for the metal to rust with. Many other elements with oxygen and hydrogen in them cause similar reactions. Traditionally, a thin layer of oil is applied to metal when there is a fear of rust. Because oil and water don't really mix, the layer of oil prevents the water from coming into contact with the metal. There are many other liquids (hydrogen peroxide, for example) that can affect the process of rust, but it would be impossible to name them all. In general, water and many chemicals with hydrogen and oxygen present can cause rust. It's worth noting that fires cause rust because a typical biproduct of fire is water vapor, and the high temperatures accelerate the rate of the reaction.
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How does different liquids affect rust?
It doesn't only oxygen and iron can make rust. The only reason water make rust is because of the massive concentration of the oxygen. Here is the chemical formula. H2O. H is hydrogen and O is oxygen.
Does acidic liquids or basic liquids rust a paper clip faster?
basic
What liquids rust nails?
water and mercury.
What is a catchy title for rusting nails with liquids and oxygen?
Rust in peace another one bites the rust rust vs. oxygen: The battle of the century feeling rusty? to rust or not to rust... that is the question
Why is rust different from the iron or oxygen?
Rust is different because, RUST IS MADE UP OF OXYGEN & IRON!!!
Why do different temps affect the amount of rust on a penny nail needle and paper clip when put in different liquids?
Yes, different temps will effect the amount of rust on a penny, nail, needle, and paper clip. The different types of liquids will also effect the rusting process.
Does different liquids affect rust?
yes coke has caffeine apple juice is natural
Will different temps affect the amount of rust on a penny nail needle and paper clip when put in different liquids?
Yes
How does different liquids affect rust?
It doesn't only oxygen and iron can make rust. The only reason water make rust is because of the massive concentration of the oxygen. Here is the chemical formula. H2O. H is hydrogen and O is oxygen.
Which liquids rust faster?
Liquids do not rust, iron does, rust is Hydrated Iron (III) oxide, so the only substance which can rust iron is water
How does pH's of different liquids effect metal nails?
Causes Rust,oxidizing and electroplating.
How does rust affect?
Rust is simply a product of the oxidation process. When metals are exposed to air, they break down forming a protective layer (rust)
Why does liquids make pennies rust?
pennies don't rust!
Does acidic liquids or basic liquids rust a paper clip faster?
basic
Can basic liquids rust iron?
yes
What liquids rust nails?
water and mercury.
What liquids rust a screw the fastest?
salty water
