What Causes the ‘Rust’ on Metal and How Can We Stop It?

Rust is what happens when metal meets water and air. Imagine your bike outside in the rain, the water and oxygen start to play with the metal, turning it into a red, flaky substance called rust. To stop this, we can cover the metal like a shield or change the environment so the rust doesn’t have a chance to grow.

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Examples

  1. Your bike gets rusty after a rainy day in the park.
  2. A nail left outside turns red and flaky over time.
  3. A can of soda left on a car during summer leaves rust spots.

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