Corrosion Quiz

What is corrosion defined as?

• The application of protective coatings

• The enhancement of material properties

• The process of material fabrication

• The destruction or degradation of material

Which of the following is a form of localized corrosion?

• Uniform corrosion

• Pitting corrosion

• Galvanic corrosion

• General corrosion

What type of corrosion occurs in the presence of liquid?

• Oxidation

• Wet corrosion

• Electrolytic corrosion

• Dry corrosion

Which environment is NOT associated with wet corrosion?

• High-temperature vacuum

• Marine environment

• Corrosion in soils

• Atmospheric corrosion

What is dry corrosion also known as?

• Microbial corrosion

• Oxidation

• Aqueous corrosion

• Electrochemical corrosion

What is a common structural metal that is prone to corrosion?

• Titanium

• Steel

• Copper

• Aluminum

From which minerals is steel produced?

• Zinc ores

• Copper ores

• Iron ores

• Lead ores

What is the primary cause of corrosion?

• Thermal expansion

• Mechanical stress

• Physical wear and tear

• Chemical reaction with the environment

Which of the following is NOT a type of environment for corrosion?

• Atmospheric environment

• Biological environment

• Thermal environment

• Marine environment

What is the result of corrosion on metals?

• Increased strength

• Material dissolution

• Enhanced conductivity

• Improved appearance