When iron is exposed to moist air; it gradually rusts. This is due to the formation of?

By: |Published on: Oct 11|Categories: Chemistry JAMB| 0 comments

A. hydrate iron (III) oxide
B. anhydrous iron (III) oxide
C. anhydrous iron (II) oxide
D. hydrate iron (II) oxide

Correct Answer:

Option A – hydrate iron (III) oxide

Users Also Read These:

SEE ALSO  From the following equations, what is the order of decreasing reactivity of X, Y and Z?

Copyright warnings! Do not copy.