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Which of the following best describes corrosion?
Which of the following best describes corrosion?
- The process of refining a metal into a chemically stable form
- The process of converting a metal into a more stable oxide (correct)
- The process of deteriorating materials by physical reaction
- The process of preventing oxidation in metals
What is the most common cause of corrosion in metals?
What is the most common cause of corrosion in metals?
- Hydrogen
- Oxygen (correct)
- Nitrogen
- Carbon dioxide
Which of the following is an example of electrochemical corrosion?
Which of the following is an example of electrochemical corrosion?
- Evaporation
- Rusting (correct)
- Melting
- Freezing
Does corrosion only occur in metals?
Does corrosion only occur in metals?
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What are some of the effects of corrosion on materials and structures?
What are some of the effects of corrosion on materials and structures?
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Which type of cathodic protection uses a sacrificial anode?
Which type of cathodic protection uses a sacrificial anode?
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What is the purpose of cathodic protection?
What is the purpose of cathodic protection?
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What is the difference between galvanic and impressed current cathodic protection?
What is the difference between galvanic and impressed current cathodic protection?
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