Why does Iron rust ?
to watch video ππ» https://youtu.be/MfzNTfZ7BcE Rust : When a piece of Iron is left out in the open for while a film of brownish substances gets deposited on its surface called Rust. Reason 4Fe + 3O 2 + 2H 2 O -------------------> 2Fe 2 O 3 • nH 2 O The Iron reacts with water and oxygen to form hydrated iron(III) oxide, which we see as rust. how to prevent it:- Keep away from water/moisture. Apply A protective coating. ( painting ).