Question

can the process of rusting called as combustion​

Answer 1

The process of rusting cannot be called combustion due to the following reasons : ... No energy is obtained in a rusting process. Combustion is a chemical process in which a combustible substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light whereas in rusting, a metal reacts with oxygen to produce metallic oxide.

Answer 2

Answer:

yes it is slow combustion

Explanation:

The process of rusting is a combustion reaction, similar to fire. Left in contact with oxygen, iron will react with the oxygen to form rust. Unlike fire, though, the reaction is much slower and does not create a flame.