ABC OF CORROSION

The book will be useful to students and teachers as it presents, in a simple way, the basic aspects of corrosion. Various terms used in corrosion and its control are discussed. Many references for further reading are provided. This part will be useful to researchers. This book will motivate young minds. Catch them young and teach them young. Corrosion theory entails that the process involves an anodic reaction. This type of reaction is produced through dissolving metal, which generates electrons. This is further consumed by another process called cathodic reaction. These two processes balance the charges produced during the corrosion process. Electrochemical corrosion of metals occurs when electrons from atoms at the surface of the metal are transferred to a suitable electron acceptor or depolarizer. Water must be present to serve as a medium for the transport of ions. The most common depolarizers are oxygen, acids, and the cations of less active metals. Alloy steel is most commonly used to manufacture pipes, especially pipes for energy-related applications. It's also used in the manufacturing of heating elements in appliances like toasters, silverware, pots, and pans.