Rusting of iron requires:

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A Only Nitrogen
B Oxygen and Moisture
C Only Sunlight
D Carbon Dioxide

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Answer: B. Oxygen and Moisture

Iron rusts only when both oxygen (from air) and moisture (water) are present. Iron kept in dry air or in boiled water with no air does not rust. Rust is hydrated iron oxide.

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