Metal
Oxide Layer
Pit/Corroded
Electrolyte

Corrosion Type

Environment

Electrochemistry

Statistics

100%
Metal
0%
Oxide
0
Pits
0
Max Depth
0
Rate (μm/yr)
0
Time

Corrosion Mechanisms

Anodic: M → M⁺ + e⁻ (metal dissolution)
Cathodic: O₂ + 2H₂O + 4e⁻ → 4OH⁻

  • Pitting: Local passive film breakdown
  • Crevice: Oxygen depletion in gaps
  • Passivation: Protective oxide layer