Can rusting of iron nail occur in distilled water? Justify you answer.

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Rusting (corrosion) is a redox reaction wherein the iron undergoes oxidation while oxygen reduces. Distilled water can readily absorb oxygen from the atmosphere when compared to normal tap water. This helps in rusting.So yes, rusting of iron can take place in distilled water.

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