Which of the following are the required conditions for rusting of iron?

It should be exposed to air

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It should be exposed to water

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It should be exposed to both air and water

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is C
It should be exposed to both air and water

The favourable conditions for rusting of iron are the presence of moisture and oxygen. Therefore, it should be exposed to both air and water.

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