Question

What happens when iron reacts with oxygen and water?

Answer 1

Answer:

Rusting occurs and Fe changes into Fe2O3

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

The rust is actually the product of iron reacting with oxygen. Iron, when exposed to moisture or water, reacts with the oxygen in it to form Ferric Oxides. 4Fe + 3O2 = 2Fe2O3. This causes the iron to be oxidized to form Iron oxide.

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