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Iron articles are shiny when new, but get coated with a reddish brown layer when left in open for a long time.

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The correct option is A True
Iron articles are shiny when new, but when left in open, iron reacts with air and moisture. As a result, a flaky brown layer (of iron oxide) forms on its surface. This process is called the rusting of iron. The reddish-brown layer is known as rust.

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