Definition of corrosion Corrosion

/kɚowˈʒʌn/ - [kerowshun] - cor•ro•sion

We found 10 definitions of corrosion from 6 different sources.

What does corrosion mean?

Noun Plural: corrosions
corrosion - erosion by chemical action
		corroding, erosion
		chemical action, chemical change, chemical process (chemistry) any process determined by the atomic and molecular composition and structure of the substances involved
		pitting, indentation, roughness the formation of small pits in a surface as a consequence of corrosion
corrosion - a state of deterioration in metals caused by oxidation or chemical action
		deterioration, impairment process of changing to an inferior state

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corrosion (n.)
The action or effect of corrosive agents, or the process of corrosive change; as, the rusting of iron is a variety of corrosion.

corrosion
A process in which a solid, especially a metal, is eaten away and changed by a chemical action.

Corrosion is the breakdown of materials due to reactions within its area. It is the loss of water and air molecules. Corrosion also occurs when an acidic or basic material touches another material. When a material corrodes,it changes it and becomes weaker. Materials that corrode include iron, copper, plastic, skin cells and wood.

One form of high temperature corrosion can lead to the formation of compacted oxide layer glazes, which under certain circumstances reduces wear.