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corrosion inhibitor [kə′rōzh·ən in‚hib·əd·ər]
(physical chemistry) A compound or material deposited as a film on a metal surface that either provides physical protection against corrosive attack or reduces the open-circuit potential difference between local anodes and cathodes and increases the polarization of the former. corrosion inhibitor Any of a number of materials used to prevent the oxidation of metals; may be a coating applied to the surface, a paint undercoat, or an element alloyed with the metal. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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