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Yes, meteorites can rust when they enter Earth's atmosphere due to the high temperatures and chemical reactions that occur during their entry.

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Rust forms when what reacts with chemicals in rocks?

I consider that the word rust is not adequate for rocks; rocks can be destroyed with the action of acidic compounds from the atmosphere (carbon, sulfur, nitrogen oxides dissolved in water).


What types of metals do not rust?

I think that srtonger metals like gold do not rust. I also think that some metals, when combined with others do not rust, like when you combine iron with aluminum, it doesn't rust. By definition, the only metals that rust are iron and iron alloys. Even so, not all iron alloys rust. Stainless steel (an iron alloy) does not rust. Gold doesn't rust, in that it doesn't combine with oxygen from the atmosphere to form a surface of gold oxide. But it can tarnish, that is, for a thin transparent darker layer to form on the surface. however steel will rust. to protect a metal from rusting you must galvanzie it or paint. for example to galvanzie iron you must use a metal higher in the electrochemical series like zinc. this will protect it from rusting.


Why the acid rain and rust is a harmful effects?

ACID RAIN and RUST are harmful because it contains harmful gases like sulphuric acid etc... mainly sulphur gasesbecause of this harmful gases when they reach the atmosphere when it rains it forms acid rain as the harmful gases mix with the atmosphere .This acid rain will affect plants,animals humans and all living organism.The acid mainly occurs at industrial areas because of these harmful gases which are released by the industrial effluents.they are definitely harmful to the atmosphere.


Is rust an element compound or mixture?

Actually, Rust is a mixture, of two compounds = Hydrated Iron(III) oxide [Fe2O3.nH2O] and Hydrated Iron(III) oxide-hydroxide [FeO(OH).nH2O] . Both the compounds are red giving colour to Rust.


What is the formula for rust?

The chemical formula for rust is Fe2O3.nH2O. Rust is formed when iron reacts with oxygen in the presence of water.

Related Questions

Can a nail rust?

it can rust it reacts with atmosphere and reacts with iron oxide then it get rusted


What chemicals will rust a nail paper clip and sewing needle to rust the fastest?

An atmosphere rich in oxygen, water, acids.


Can metal rust in space, where there is no atmosphere to facilitate the oxidation process?

Yes, metal can still rust in space due to the presence of oxygen atoms that can react with the metal's surface, even in the absence of a traditional atmosphere.


Is rust on a car hurmful or not?

When the rust weakens important structural joints or opens areas where exhaust fumes can enter the cabin area, yes it can be harmful.


Can pure iron be found on earths crust?

No because iron reacts with various substances including oxygen in the air to produce rust.


Why is it harmful when a car goes rusty?

Serious rust can compromise the strength of structural joints. Serious rust can also allow unwanted exhaust fumes enter the cabin area.


What causes nails to rust?

The rusting of a nail is a spontaneous, although slow, reaction. The iron in the nail reacts with water in the atmosphere or water that has condensed or falled onto it to produce ferric oxide, which is rust.


Where does Ferrous Oxide occur?

Ferrous oxide, also known as iron(II) oxide, occurs naturally as the mineral magnetite. It is commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks, and is also a component of some meteorites.


What component of the atmosphere causes iron to rust and paint to dull?

The component of the atmosphere that causes iron to rust and paint to dull is oxygen. When iron is exposed to oxygen and moisture, a chemical reaction called oxidation occurs, leading to the formation of iron oxide, or rust. In the case of paint, oxygen can react with components of the paint, causing it to lose its shine and appear dull over time.


Rust forms when what reacts with chemicals in rocks?

I consider that the word rust is not adequate for rocks; rocks can be destroyed with the action of acidic compounds from the atmosphere (carbon, sulfur, nitrogen oxides dissolved in water).


What are all the environmental factors causing corrosion?

Corrosion, as in the corrosion of iron into rust, needs two environmental factors: 1. oxygen present in the atmosphere 2. water/moisture present in the the atmosphere


Do metals gain or lose weight when rusted?

Rust is also known as an object becoming oxidated, this means it gains oxygen. A normal iron atom when left in the atmosphere will rust and gain oxygen FeO this means when things rust they gain weight.