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it rusts faster when it is damp cause the moisture of the damp and oxygen when they meet they create rust

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Which part of an iron nail rust first?

The tip of an iron nail is usually the first part to rust because it comes into contact with moisture and oxygen more easily than the rest of the nail. Rusting occurs when the iron in the nail reacts with oxygen in the presence of water or moisture.


What element does iron react with in damp air?

Iron reacts with oxygen in air to for rust.


When a nail rust iron from the nail combines with oxygen from the air to form what?

They combine to form rust. You might be able to guess from what's combining that "rust" is apparently an iron oxide.


What gas causes a nail to rust fastest?

air


How long does it takes an iron nail to rust when exposed to moist air?

It depends on the quality of the nail. If it is painted it Amy take long to rust. In general it may take a month or so for the nail to rust.


What conditions does rust occur in?

damp conditions with ready access to air


How can liquid cause a nail to rust?

it combines with the oxygen in the air


What liquid can rust a nail the most?

Water and air in combination will rapidly cause iron to rust.


What will rust a nail the fastest?

Moisture and oxygen in the air are the main factors that contribute to rusting in nails. High humidity levels can accelerate the rusting process as it provides more moisture for the oxidation of the iron in the nail. Exposing the nail to salty or acidic environments can also speed up rust formation.


Factors that promote rust?

An iron material can easily rust in the presence of air and water. For example if an iron nail is half dipped in water and the rest of the nail is open in the presence of air then the nail can easily rust.


What happens if you put a shiny new nail outside in a wet location and how will the air and water change the nail?

The water and the air makes a chemical change to the nail to make it rust


What happens to an iron nail when it rust?

When an iron nail rusts, it undergoes a chemical reaction with oxygen and water in the air, forming iron oxide (rust) on its surface. This process weakens the iron nail and can lead to degradation over time.