Question

What is corros
ion??​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

When some metals comes in the contact with atmospheric oxygen or moisture ,it results in the oxidation of that metals i.e. formation of metal oxides,it results in damage of that metal,

This is known as corrosion.

It also occurs when gas or liquid chemically attacks the surface of exposed metal.

Ex.-Rusting of iron , formation of greenish layer of copper carbonate on copper vessels ,formation of black layer of aluminium oxide on aluminium vessels etc.

Answer 2

Explanation:

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Corrosion is a natural process that converts a refined metal into a more chemically stable form such as oxide, hydroxide, or sulfide. It is the gradual destruction of materials by chemical and/or electrochemical reaction with their environment.