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How do you prevent copper corrosion?

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Internal or external?

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How do you prevent external copper corrosion?
Copper is very corrosion resistant - it does produce a very attractive green patina e.g on the roofs of mosques. To eliminate it entirely - constantly paint it - or use Impressed Current Cathodic...
What is corrosion of copper?
when air and water react with copper, it will cause corrosion.add. the common verdigris on copper is usually the carbonate, but close to the ocean, the chloride may be present as well.
How do you prevent corrosion of steel?
Alloy it (when it's made) Cover it (paint, galvanized)
Does coating metals prevent their corrosion?
yes....
Is corrosion of copper a chemical change?
yes