Why Is Iron Corrosion Such A Serious Issue?

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Corrosion of Iron $(Fe)$ :
When iron is exposed to oxygen and water, it corrodes, resulting in the formation of an iron oxide known as rust.
Corrosion of iron is a severe problem since it reduces the beneficial characteristics of iron, causing it to lose strength and eventually become unsuitable for use.
As a result, tones of iron are damaged and wasted.

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(b) What special name is given to the corrosion of iron ?

(d) Name any three objects (or structures) Which are gradually damaged by teh corrosion of iron and steel.

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(c) Why is the food containing iron salts should not be cooked in aluminium utensils?

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