Question

Which of the following is/are the most important variables that affect stress-corrosion cracking?

(a) Temperature

(b) Metal composition

(c) Type and amount of stress applied

(d) Temperature, metal composition, and type and amount of stress applied

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I need to ask this question from Eight Forms in chapter Eight Forms of Corrosion of Corrosion Engineering

Answer 1

Correct option is (d) Temperature, metal composition, and type and amount of stress applied

Explanation: The most important variables that affect stress-corrosion cracking are:

i. Temperature

ii. Metal composition

iii. Corrosive solution composition

iv. Type and amount of stress applied

v. Design of metal structure.