4.4 - Electrochemical Mechanism
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Practice Questions
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What is the anode reaction in the electrochemical mechanism of corrosion?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to iron at the anode.
What do we call the main substance formed from iron corrosion?
💡 Hint: It's a common term people use for the oxidation of iron.
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What is the main product of the electrochemical reaction at the anode?
💡 Hint: Think about the transformation of iron.
True or False: The cathodic reaction involves the formation of hydroxide ions.
💡 Hint: Consider what products are formed in the reaction.
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Analyze a scenario where a concrete structure suffers from corrosion. Identify potential causes and propose a detailed prevention strategy.
💡 Hint: Think about environmental factors and material properties.
Given that rust expands more than steel, calculate the volumetric change if 1 mole of iron converts completely to iron oxide.
💡 Hint: Recall the molar volume concept and the densities of the materials.
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