Ratios of corrosion rates of steel and zinc in various natural environments were analyzed using data collected from published documents. Distinctive patterns were found for corrosion ratios in atmospheres, soils, and seawaters. These patterns provided new information on the characterization of corrosion environments and can be used to evaluate the relevance of laboratory corrosion testing to field corrosion performance. They are also useful as a guide for more effective application of zinc coatings to protect steel from corrosion in various environments.
NACE International
1999
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