How to Use corrosion in a Sentence
corrosion
noun-
The high carbon steel holds its edge well, resisting corrosion, stains, and rust.
— Popular Science, 18 Aug. 2020 -
New research about chromium corrosion could help to advance molten salt reactors.
— Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 29 June 2020 -
The boxes had been suitably treated to appear aged by twenty years of corrosion; inside were blank sheets of paper.
— Jonathan Freedland, The New York Review of Books, 3 Aug. 2020 -
But the silvery metal—abundant, cheap, lightweight, and corrosion resistant—has a dark side: red mud.
— Robert F. Service, Science | AAAS, 20 Aug. 2020 -
The high-carbon-steel serrated blade resists stains and corrosion while maintaining its pristine edge.
— NBC News, 24 June 2020 -
The cobalt in these batteries has a stabilizing effect and prevents cathode corrosion that can lead to a battery fire.
— Daniel Oberhaus, Wired, 17 Aug. 2020 -
In each case, the barrels boast a Melonite finish designed to improve wear and corrosion resistance.
— Savage Arms, Field & Stream, 30 July 2020 -
The concrete deck is separating near the bridge's structural steel components due to corrosion, and the deck overhangs have also lost some concrete.
— Jim Riccioli, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 24 June 2020 -
Inspectors looks for various things during this time, including electrical issues, frame or wire issues, corrosion of the rides and more.
— Adrienne Davis, Journal Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2024 -
This version features a corrosion-resistant steel blade and comfortable, contoured handle.
— Jennifer Aldrich, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 June 2020 -
Shun is one of Lokay’s preferred knife brands, and this razor-sharp, recurved and corrosion-resistant blade makes cutting through steak almost as enjoyable as eating the steak itself.
— Matt Haines, CNN Underscored, 30 July 2020 -
But the sphere was clean, free of corrosion, and shiny.
— Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 28 June 2022 -
The chain is made of iron, a durable metal that should hold up against rust and corrosion.
— Lee Alisha Williams, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2023 -
The blade of the knife is made of stainless steel, which resists corrosion.
— Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2023 -
The tools are stainless steel and resistant to rust and corrosion, and the tool bag is made of durable polyester.
— Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2024 -
Rust is a kind of corrosion that affects iron and steel.
— Bob Beacham, chicagotribune.com, 12 Dec. 2020 -
The other is to have the tires removed from the wheels, the corrosion sanded off and bead sealant applied.
— Bob Weber, Star Tribune, 29 Jan. 2021 -
The durable cast-iron plates are covered in black paint to prevent rust and corrosion.
— Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 22 July 2022 -
The report claims that the road de-icing agents used in these states are what causes the corrosion.
— Sasha Richie, Car and Driver, 22 June 2022 -
The bridge is 64 years old and is suffering corrosion that needs to be addressed, the DOT said.
— Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2024 -
The 300-barrel tanks in the foreground show signs of corrosion and have leaked their contents onto the ground.
— Brian Maffly, The Salt Lake Tribune, 21 Dec. 2022 -
The top rail will help keep your cargo in place, and the black powder coat prevents corrosion.
— Collin Morgan, Car and Driver, 28 June 2022 -
The strip is made of copper, which resists corrosion and rust.
— Katie Melynn, Peoplemag, 13 Dec. 2022 -
And even if a swell and high tides cause the ocean to seep in, the building and floor are made of concrete to withstand salt-water corrosion.
— Laylan Connelly, Orange County Register, 31 May 2024 -
This led to corrosion and caused lead from pipes to seep into the water supply.
— Ashlee Banks, Essence, 19 Mar. 2021 -
The Sportages were recalled in 2016 due to corrosion in a wiring harness near the engine control unit.
— Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2022 -
The copper plumbing is more resistant to corrosion, lead-free, and durable for up to 100 years of use.
— Kaitlin Durbin, cleveland, 21 Oct. 2022 -
Rust takes up more space than steel, so the corrosion eventually fills up the pipe.
— Washington Post, 7 July 2021 -
That life is corrosion and decay, blossoms and smiles, the squawk of a cockatoo.
— New York Times, 6 Sep. 2021 -
Even with such a large profile, DEC says its offshore turbines are resistant to typhoons and corrosion.
— New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2024
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