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Corrosion

physical science Maturity 9-11

Metal can change over time.

Rust Bolt.JPG
Rust Bolt.JPG
It can turn red or orange. This happens in the air. It can happen in water, too. This can make metal weak. Do you see rust on things?
Corroding Steel Electrification Gantry.jpg
Corroding Steel Electrification Gantry.jpg

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Galvanic corrosion of aluminum and steel...
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Pitting corrosion-scheme.png
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Unsensitised structure of type 304...
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Sensitized structure of 304 stainless steel.jpg
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Crevice corrosion of 316 stainless steel...
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Corroding Steel Electrification Gantry.jpg
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