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6.1.2 Corrosion and its prevention

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What does oxidation mean in terms of electrons?

A

Painting is used on large structures such as bridges and ships, while oiling or greasing protects moving parts.

B

Gold objects can survive unchanged for centuries because gold does not corrode in air.

C

Oxidation is the loss of electrons.

D

A metal higher in the reactivity series corrodes more readily.

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6.1.2 Corrosion and its prevention Flashcards

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20 flashcards on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 6.1.2 Corrosion and its prevention: the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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