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rust made a building collapse and 2 much rust is bad 2 our plants. and in magnetizing unsnarls and others make sure that its rust is little because if too much rust is in the iron it can't work........
Nestor Heller
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∙ 11y agoIt makes them weaker, by replacing the strong iron or steel with flaky powder. Some oxides on some metals such as aluminum form just a thin layer on top which slows down further corrosion, but rust can slowly eat away at even the biggest piece of iron.
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Is non rusting metal a physical change?
If by non rusting you mean it is in the same state it was made in then it wouldn't be part of any change. But if something is rusting it would be a chemical change because the metal is changing composition and it is not the same metal it was in the first place.
Is rusting iron a physical change in science?
no rusting iron is not a physical change it is a chemical change
Is a toy truck rusting an effect of physical change?
Yes, it is.
Why is rusting a chemical change?
Rusting is a reaction which combines molecules to form other molecules: metal + oxygen -> rust. The definition of a chemical reaction is molecules turning into other molecules, so rusting is a chemical reaction.
What are the ways of preventing rusting?
Rusting is the oxidation of iron. To prevent rusting you must prevent oxygen from coming into contact with the product. This is normally acheived by applying a barrier of oil in working environments. Products are available for storing materials for long periods to avoid rusting. These have a more waxy nature than oil and would not be suitable to use to stop rusting in a mechaincal item. Of course if you want to prevent rusting and for it to look nice. various paints and lackers can be applied. Chemical coatings can also be applied to prevent rusting. Or simply keep the item clean and dry and rusting can be slowed.
Effects of salt on the rate of rusting?
The rate of rusting increases with the presence of salt.
What are the effects of salt water vs chlorinated water when rusting iron?
it rusts
What are the effects of stress on rusting of iron?
Stress in iron (and generally in metals and alloys) facilitates and accelerates rusting.See the links below.
What are the Harmful effects of chemical change?
useful photosynthesis cooking food process of digestion harmful pollution rusting taking highly acidic food
Can the process of rusting be called rusting?
Yes, it is correct.
Is rusting an irreversible cause?
Rusting is an irreversible process.
Rusting of steel is?
A good example of an oxidation reaction. The rusting of steel is essentially just rusting (oxidation) of iron.
Is rusting of iron harmful or useful?
Rusting is an oxidation reaction.
Is iron rusting in a charge of chemical?
No, iron rusting is oxidation process
What is rusting physical property or chemistry property?
Rusting is a chemical property
What is the materials causing iron rusting?
Its the moisture which causes rusting of iron
Is a nail rusting a physical or chemical?
A nail rusting is a chemical change.
