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An example of corrosion?

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Rust. (see your car for an example).

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Is rusting an example of corrosion?
Yes, it is the corrosion of iron.
Why are rusting and tarnishing examples of corrosion?
Rusting and tarnishing are examples of slow oxidation, where the naturally occurring oxygen bonds with the metal. Oxidation is a form of corrosion, since oxidation removes solid matter.
The corrosion of the metal is an example of?
A reaction with oxygen, water, hydrogen sulphide, acids, bases
What are examples of corrosion?
Rust is one example.
What are some examples of corrosion?
Iron and steel rusting is an example of corrosion. Copper pitting or the green patina one sees on copper roofs are also examples of corrosion. Stress Cracking is also considered an example of...