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First of all rust is formed when iron is exposed to both oxygen and water/ water vapopurs. The formula for rust is Fe203.xH20. Now the x varies which determines the extent to which rust is formed. Basically Rust is formed throughout the surface of the iron thus preventing rusting of the inner layers.

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