6 - Corrosion of Steel and Aluminum in Civil Structures
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What is uniform corrosion?
💡 Hint: Think about how rust forms on exposed surfaces.
Name one type of corrosion specific to aluminum.
💡 Hint: Think of localized areas of corrosion.
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What type of corrosion occurs evenly over the surface?
💡 Hint: Consider how rust appears on metals.
True or False: Anodizing can protect aluminum from corrosion.
💡 Hint: Recall what anodizing does to the oxide layer.
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Design a corrosion prevention strategy for a steel bridge in a coastal environment. Discuss the materials and methods you would use.
💡 Hint: Consider environmental factors and start with protection.
Evaluate the effectiveness of anodizing coatings on aluminum components in marine applications. What factors could affect their performance?
💡 Hint: Think about what environmental elements may interact with the coatings.
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