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Corrosion

usgb/kəˈrəʊʒn/Volume
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Corrosion implies damage that changes the material's properties, like strength or appearance. SlideThe sculpture's bronze has lost its luster due to corrosion.
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Corrosion is a gradual process; it doesn't happen overnight but over a longer period. SlideYears of neglect led to the corrosion of the metal beams.
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Understand that corrosion involves chemical reactions, not just physical wear and tear. SlideSaltwater speeds up the corrosion of steel.
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DecayDecompositionDegradationDeteriorateErosionOxidationRustWear and tear
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