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corrosion potential [1 record]

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Record 1 1998-09-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Deterioration of Metals
DEF

The measure of corroding surface potential in an electrolyte in relation to a reference electrode while the circuit is open.

OBS

The term is used whether or not there is a net electrical current flow ing to or from the metal surface under consideration.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Altération des métaux
DEF

Potentiel d'électrode d'un métal dans un système de corrosion donné.

OBS

Le terme est utilisable qu'il y ait ou non un courant électrique traversant la surface métallique considérée.

Spanish

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