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Explain wet theory of corrosion by taking rusting of iron as an example |
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Answer» Answer: Corrosion is the process of FORMATION of a layer of OXIDE, sulphide, hydroxide, carbonate or hydrated oxide over a metal in presence or WATER and air or an acid. E.g. when an iron article is placed openly in MOIST climate, it rusts. 4Fe+3O₂+nH₂O→2Fe₂O₃.nH₂O This layer of hydrated oxide is reddish brown in COLOUR and is called as rust |
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