Gr 9 NATURAL SCIENCES: CH 2.3.4 The formation of rust
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What accelerates the rusting process in saltwater?

  • The absence of oxygen
  • The presence of wood
  • The lack of humidity
  • The high conductivity of saltwater (correct)

    • Why are materials like wood or aluminum preferred in areas near the ocean?

  • They are less expensive than iron or steel
  • They are more resistant to acids
  • They are stronger than iron or steel
  • They do not rust (correct)

    • What is a problem associated with rusting?

  • It can be aesthetically pleasing
  • It reduces the cost of metal maintenance
  • It makes metal stronger
  • It degrades the structural integrity of metal objects (correct)

    • Why is steel commonly used in construction?

    <p>It is strong and commonly available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a method to protect iron and steel from rusting?

    <p>Applying a coat of paint or oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is galvanization?

    <p>A coating of zinc that provides a protective barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a rust-resistant alloy of iron?

    <p>Stainless steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to protect iron and steel from rust?

    <p>To enhance their durability and longevity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen to metal objects in corrosive environments?

    <p>They degrade structurally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of corrosive environments?

    <p>They are humid and salty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical reaction with their environment?

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

    What is the primary component of rust?

    <p>Iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for materials or coatings that prevent or slow down the formation of rust?

    <p>Rust-resistant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical reaction that forms rust?

    <p>4Fe + 3O₂ + 6H₂O → 4Fe(OH)₃</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common term for the reddish-brown flaky substance that forms on iron when it reacts with oxygen in the air?

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

    What accelerates the rusting process?

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

    What is formed when iron is burned?

    <p>Iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an alloy made primarily of iron and carbon?

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

    What is the product of the reaction of iron with oxygen and moisture?

    <p>Hydrated iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a substance that can cause corrosion?

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

    What is the primary difference between the formation of iron oxide and rust?

    <p>Iron oxide is formed through combustion, while rust is formed through corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of oxygen in the formation of rust?

    <p>Oxygen reacts with iron to form rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why saltwater accelerates the rusting process?

    <p>It is more conductive, facilitating electrochemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of rust-resistant materials or coatings?

    <p>To slow down the formation of rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of using aluminum or wood in coastal areas?

    <p>They are more resistant to rust and corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common term for the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical reaction with their environment?

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

    What is the primary consequence of rusting on metal structures?

    <p>It degrades their structural integrity and appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why steel is commonly used in construction?

    <p>It is strong and durable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the product of the reaction of iron with oxygen and moisture?

    <p>Hydrated iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of moisture on the rusting process?

    <p>Moisture accelerates the rusting process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of applying a coating to iron or steel?

    <p>To prevent moisture and oxygen from reaching the metal surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of rust?

    <p>Primarily iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of zinc in galvanization?

    <p>It provides a sacrificial anode that prevents rusting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of mixing iron with chromium?

    <p>A rust-resistant alloy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a substance that can cause corrosion?

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

    What is the result of the reaction of iron with oxygen in the air?

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

    What is the primary benefit of protecting iron and steel from rust?

    <p>It enhances their durability and longevity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of rust?

    <p>Rust is a flaky, reddish-brown substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a corrosive environment?

    <p>High humidity and high salt content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of alloying iron?

    <p>To create a rust-resistant alloy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why acidic environments increase the rate of rusting?

    <p>Acidic environments facilitate the electrochemical reactions involved in rusting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is LEAST likely to be used in construction near the ocean?

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

    What is the primary consequence of rusting on metal structures?

    <p>Rusting significantly degrades the structural integrity of metal structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of applying coatings to iron and steel?

    <p>To prevent moisture and oxygen from reaching the metal surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using rust-resistant alloys like stainless steel?

    <p>They provide enhanced durability and resistance to corrosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of zinc in galvanization?

    <p>To provide a protective barrier and sacrificial anode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of corrosive environments?

    <p>They are characterized by high humidity and salt content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why steel is commonly used in construction?

    <p>It is stronger than other alloys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of moisture on the rusting process?

    <p>Moisture increases the rate of rusting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of alloying iron?

    <p>To create rust-resistant alloys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between iron oxide formed through combustion and rust?

    <p>The speed of the reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why iron rusts faster in moist environments?

    <p>The water molecules help to facilitate the reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical formula for the reaction of iron with oxygen and water?

    <p>4Fe + 3O₂ + 6H₂O → 4Fe(OH)₃</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of rust, aside from iron oxide?

    <p>Water molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of iron reacting with oxygen to form iron oxide?

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

    What is the primary difference between iron and steel?

    <p>The amount of carbon present in the alloy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of oxygen in the formation of rust?

    <p>To react with iron to form iron oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the reaction of iron with oxygen and moisture?

    <p>The formation of hydrated iron oxide, commonly known as rust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why rust is a problem in metal structures?

    <p>It can weaken the structural integrity of the material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the gradual destruction of materials, usually metals, by chemical reaction with their environment?

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

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