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Rust is hydrated iron (III) oxide, which is formed from the reaction between iron, water and oxygen. The speed of the reaction depends on several factors including the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the water, and temperature. If the water contains no oxygen, no rusting will occur. At room temperature, an iron nail placed in ordinary tap water will show signs of rusting within several hours. The lower the temperature, the slower the rusting process.

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Will iron nail rust in boiled water?

Iron must be in contact with oxygen, water (and dissolved ions) to rust. So if it was in boiled water there would be no oxygen present and as long as no oxygen was allowed to dissolve back into the water, for example if a layer of oil was on top of the water, then the iron nail would not rust.


What will be observed when iron nail is added to boiled water and kept undisturbed for few days?

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How do you rust a nail?

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What makes a nail rust in distilled water?

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What cause a nail to rust in water?

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Will a nail rust faster in soil or water?

A nail will rust faster in wet soil than water, but if the soil is not wet , the nail will rust faster in water. I hope this answers your question. Bye, Annette Pfohl


Will nail rust quicker in vinegar or water?

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What water will rust a nail the fastest tap water salt water or distilled?

Distilled water will rust a nail faster as distilled water contains higher levels of OXYGEN which is what causes OXIDATION or commonly referred to as rust...


What is the best solution to rust a nail?

The best solution to rust a nail is to apply a rust converter or a rust inhibitor. This will help to neutralize the rust and prevent further corrosion. Sanding the nail to remove the rust and then painting it with a rust-resistant paint can also be effective.


What water can make the nail rust the fastest?

Sea water can rust nails or other metals.


What water would rust a nail the fastest?

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What will happen to a nail if kept in tap water?

If a nail is kept in tap water, it can start to rust due to the presence of oxygen and minerals in water. Over time, the nail's surface may corrode and form a reddish-brown layer known as rust.