Question

examples from daily life where rusting has been a disadvantage.

Answer 1

Rusting happens on the surface of iron objects making it coarse and flaky. It also makes the iron objects fragile. Rusting happens quicker in a humid environment. As a result, it is easier for water tanks and pipes to get rusted.

Answer 2

–It can severely affect the metals and makes them weaker. Rust can cause the metal parts to get stuck when they are supposed to slide over each other. – Rusty car mufflers and the outer bodies of the car can develop holes in them due to rust. – It affects the magnetic properties of a metal