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When iron rusts, a chemical reaction occurs between the iron and oxygen in the presence of water, forming iron oxide (rust). This iron oxide layer is less dense and more porous than the original iron, causing the metal to expand and flake off. As rust continues to form, it undermines the structural integrity of the iron, leading to a gradual thinning of the material.

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