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Old 2 August 2008, 03:20 AM   #36
Jedi
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Rust only occurs when there is FeO2 present, which is Iron Oxide. Otherwise, any other reaction with oxygen which causes a change is simply oxidisation. Rust, becaue of FeO2, is generally reddish brown in colour and also comes with a weakening of the alloy involved.
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