= Corrosion inhibitor
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A corrosion inhibitor is a chemical substance that, when added in small amounts to a corrosive environment, significantly reduces the rate of corrosion of metals or alloys. Corrosion is the natural process where metals deteriorate due to reactions with their environment, often involving moisture, oxygen, salts, or acids. Corrosion inhibitors work by various mechanisms, such as: 1. **Surface Film Formation:** Some inhibitors form a protective film on the metal surface, preventing corrosive agents from contacting the metal.
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