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corrosion

[kuh-roh-zhuhn] / kəˈroʊ ʒən /


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The main long-term risks are corrosion of the copper canisters or earthquakes during future ice ages, which could potentially damage the capsules and cause radioactive fuel to leak, Kyllonen said.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The first electric powered train passed through in June 2020 but the tunnel's overhead power system has since suffered corrosion and electrical wear, meaning more frequent maintenance.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The climate, low in moisture that can lead to rust in corrosion, is ideal for parking planes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Researchers have also reported corrosion resistant anode strategies built on stainless steel substrates, showing that stainless steel remains a major focus in the effort to make seawater electrolysis more practical.

From Science Daily • May 10, 2026

There were times when her freckles were not sunny but like corrosion or rust.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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