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What is the product of rusting?

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MCQ

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Topic

Using materials

Question

  1. A. Iron oxide
  2. B. Iron hydroxide
  3. C. Iron carbonate
  4. D. Iron sulfide

Answer

Iron oxide

Explanation

The product of rusting is iron oxide, which forms when iron reacts with oxygen and water.

Common mistake

Misunderstanding Rusting

Students often describe rusting as the corrosion of all metals, not just iron.

Emphasize that rusting specifically refers to the corrosion of iron.

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