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Uniform Corrosion

Uniform or general corrosion is typified by the rusting of steel.  Other examples of uniform corrosion are the tarnishing of silver or the green patina associated with the corrosion of copper.

General corrosion is rather predictable.  The life of components can be estimated based on relatively simple immersion test results.  Allowance for general corrosion is relatively simple and commonly employed when designing a component for a known environment.

Some common methods used to prevent or reduce general corrosion are listed below:

•   Coatings

•   Inhibitors

•   Cathodic protection

•   Proper materials selection

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