How long will it take an iron nail to corrode when placed in boiled water ?

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Rusting of iron takes place in 3-4 days in presence of moisture. In boiled water, there is no oxygen present. For rusting process , both oxygen and moisture is required. So, nail will not rust in boiled water.

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How long will it take an iron nail to corrode when placed in boiled water ?

Dear student , Rusting of iron takes place in 3-4 days in presence of moisture. In boiled water, there is no oxygen present. For rusting process , both oxygen and moisture is required. So, nail will not rust in boiled water. Regards

Dear student ,

Rusting of iron takes place in 3-4 days in presence of moisture. In boiled water, there is no oxygen present. For rusting process , both oxygen and moisture is required. So, nail will not rust in boiled water.

Regards