INTERVIEW QUESTIONS - [4] - Corrosion

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

CORROSION

1. For a protective oxide layer to form, the ratio of the volume of oxide formed to that of metal consumed should be


Answer: >1

2. The key properties required for good oxidation resistance of an oxide film are


Ans: Low electrical conductivity and continuous oxide film

3. What are the elements that are added to iron to improve its oxidation resistance?


Ans: Chromium , Aluminum and Nickel

4. The peak in corrosion rate of martensite occurs when


Ans: Tempered at about 400deg C

5. What is the 18-8 stainless steel?


Ans: Stainless steel that contains 18% Cr and 8% Ni

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