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Iron or steel will rust, this is called oxidation. It's a reaction between oxygen and iron or steel

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Metal turns into rust when exposed to oxygen and moisture over time, a process known as oxidation. The oxygen in the air reacts with the metal's atoms to form a new compound, which appears as reddish-brown iron oxide, or rust. This process can be sped up by increasing the metal's exposure to water and oxygen.


What is discoloration of metal by exposure to air?

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How does cast iron respond to rust?

Rust is the oxidation of the cast iron. Oxygen in the air combines with the base metal to create the rust. The rust protects the metal underneath. Cast iron is not "reacting" to rust. It is participating in FORMING the rust. ************** previous answer below *************** Very well as the rust actually protects the base metal


What metal would rust faster in moist air?

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What forms when an alkaline earth metal oxidizes in the air?

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What chemical change can happen to a metal chair if it left outside in the air and rain?

The metal will rust.


What is a hard silver-white magnetic metal easily rust in moist air?

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When oxygen in the air reacts with metal oxidation occurs and causes the metal to?

When oxygen in the air reacts with metal, oxidation occurs, leading to the formation of metal oxides on the metal's surface. This process results in the deterioration of the metal over time, forming rust or other types of corrosion depending on the metal.


What makes water rust nails?

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How does oiling of metals prevent rusting?

The oily layer prevents water and air from reaching the metal's surface and causing the metal to rust.