Question

Rust (Fe2O3) forms on abandoned cars such as the one in this photo through a series of reactions between iron in the car and oxygen in the atmosphere. 3 Image Credit: Jeff Greenberg /UIG via Getty Images 1st attempt M See Periodic Table See Hint Write a balanced chemical equation showing the formation of rust from its elements (Fe and O). Be sure to include all states of matter.

Answer 1

Balanced chemical equation showing the formation of rust from its elements (Fe and O)

4Fe (s)  + 3O₂ (g) = 2Fe₂O₃ (s)

Iron (Fe) reacts with oxygen (O₂) present in the air and forms ferrous oxide (Fe₂O₃) also known as rust.