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What is rust? Give the equation for the formation of rust.

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When iron is exposed to moist air, it forms a layer of brown hydrated ferric oxide on its surface. This compound is known as rust and the phenomenon of formation of rust is known as rusting. 

4Fe + 3O2 + xH2O → 2Fe2O3 . xH2O (Rust)



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