CBSE Class 12-science Answered
The chemistry of corrosion of iron is essentially an electrochemical
phenomenon. Explain the reactions occurring during the corrosion of iron
in the atmosphere.
Asked by rishitadekaraja123 | 07 Feb, 2024, 08:41: AM
Expert Answer
Dear Student,
Corrosion is a Redox Reaction:
Oxidation : Fe(s) → Fe2+ (aq) + 2e-
Reduction : O2(g) + 4H+ (aq) + 4e- → 2H2O(l)
Atmosphere oxidation:
2Fe2+(aq) + 2H2O(l) + ½ O2(g) ® Fe2O3(s) + 4H+(aq)
Answered by | 07 Feb, 2024, 11:46: AM
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