Rust Chemical Formula

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Isis_DW_3G
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Rust Chemical Formula

Postby Isis_DW_3G » Tue Mar 09, 2021 8:36 pm

can someone please explain the formula of rust (Fe2O3 x H2O)?
Thank you so much
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Re: Rust Chemical Formula

Postby Benjamin_Hugh_3F » Tue Mar 09, 2021 9:47 pm

The oxygen in the air reacts with the iron itself. The rust forms when the iron is exposed longer time to the water in presence of sun and air or in absence of sun. Forming the formula Fe2O3.nH2O.
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