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"The process of gradually wearing away, damaging, or destroying a material, typically metals, by chemical reactions, often due to exposure to moisture or other environmental factors." more

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Harsh chemicals can accelerate the corrosion of electronic components in electronic devices.
The battery terminals in the flashlight suffered from corrosion, affecting its performance.

Corrosion

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nounThe process of gradually wearing away, damaging, or destroying a material, typically metals, by chemical reactions, often due to exposure to moisture or other environmental factors.

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Last Updated On: May 3, 2024
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