Question

18. What chemical reaction is involved in the corrosion of iron?​

Answer 1

Answer:

oxidation

Explanation:

2Fe + O2 -----> 2FeO

Answer 2

Refer to the attachment : following are the reactions involved in the process of corrosion of iron .

Rusting is an oxidation reaction. The iron reacts with water and oxygen to form hydrated iron(III) oxide, which we see as rust. Iron and steel rust when they come into contact with water and oxygen – both are needed for rusting to occur.