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Record 1 2011-10-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Deterioration of Metals
DEF

A small knob or button of rust formed on the inside of an iron pipe.

CONT

Tuberculation is caused by the deposition and growth of insoluble iron compounds inside a pipe . ... Tubercles may become so large and decrease the capacity in the pipe....

French

Domaine(s)
  • Altération des métaux
DEF

Nodule formé lors de la corrosion des métaux ferreux.

CONT

Dans un circuit fermé de 200m, comportant des canalisations de 2 à 10cm de diamètre, la corrosion s'est manifestée sous forme de pustules de 1 à 2cm, rouges en périphérie, noires au centre.

Spanish

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