Corrosion Prevention Methods Quiz
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What is the initial stage of crevice corrosion?

  • Formation of an anodic side
  • Uniform corrosion (correct)
  • Accumulation of metal ions in narrow spaces
  • Formation of metal ions in the stagnant liquid
  • In crevice corrosion, what accelerates the oxidation process?

  • Formation of anodic side (correct)
  • Formation of metal ions in the stagnant liquid
  • Stagnant water
  • Accumulation of metal ions in narrow spaces
  • What are some examples of crevices where crevice corrosion can occur?

  • Rusted surfaces
  • Smooth surfaces
  • Painted surfaces
  • Flanges, washers, rolled tube ends (correct)
  • What is a recommendation for preventing crevice corrosion?

    <p>Weld instead of rivet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pitting in terms of corrosion?

    <p>Localized form of corrosion producing cavities or 'holes'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a recommended method to prevent pitting corrosion?

    <p>Polish surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is pitting considered more dangerous than uniform corrosion damage?

    <p>It is harder to detect, predict, and design against.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method helps prevent pitting in corrosion?

    <p>Using non-absorbing gaskets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of metallic coatings used for corrosion control?

    <p>They are always sacrificial coatings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a non-metallic inorganic coating for corrosion protection?

    <p>Glass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of galvanic corrosion?

    <p>Connection of dissimilar metals in the presence of an electrolyte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is inspection of protective coatings important for corrosion control?

    <p>To ensure they can withstand the environment where they are used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT a common way to prevent uniform corrosion?

    <p>Changing the metal alloy composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of stresses are engineered products subjected to during service that can lead to fatigue?

    <p>Dynamic or cyclic stresses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of sacrificial anodes in the context of corrosion prevention?

    <p>To protect the metal by making it the anode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common method to prevent corrosion mentioned in the text?

    <p>Applying sacrificial anodes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process involves connecting a metal body electronically to a more reactive metal for protection?

    <p>Cathodic protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In wet corrosion, what tends to happen when dissimilar metals are electrically connected?

    <p>Galvanic corrosion occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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