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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Rusting is a chemical reaction where Iron turns redish-brown.
About Rusting
- Rusting is an irreversible change.
- Iron needs water and air to rust.
- We paint Iron to stop it from rusting.
Examples
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| These gears were shiny but the Iron has rusted. | This pipe was painted to stop it rusting but where the paint has been damaged the Iron has started to rust. |