Rusting of iron and condtions necessry for rusting brainly
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Rust is the substance formed when iron compounds corrode in the presence of oxygen and water. It is a mixture of iron oxides and hydroxides. Rusting is a common term for corrosion, and usually corrosion of steel.
Rusting of iron (Fe) is caused by oxidation of Fe to form Fe2O3.
The two essential conditions are:
a) Presence of Oxygen
b) Presence of Water whose pH is in acidic range.
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Gradual eating of iron by the action pf air, water, or acid which covers it with a brown flaky substance and make it unfit for use.
4Fe + 3O2 +2xH2O- 2Fe2O3.xH2O
Conditions are-
1. Present of air
1. Present of water or moisture.
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