And what images does that bring to mind? (Stephen King fans need not answer)
2006-07-21 17:18:51 · 11 answers · asked by Clambo 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Well, wooden coat hangers wouldn't rust, but that's obvious. It is certain possible for wire coat hangers to oxidize and produce metallic oxides on the exterior. It generally depends on the composition of the wire (which is probably an alloy), the humidity to which they are exposed (water accelerates oxidation), and any other present chemicals (salt solutions can rust even stainless steel).
The only image in my head was placed my another answer, that classic scene from "Mommie Dearest".
2006-07-21 17:42:57 · answer #1 · answered by Ѕємι~Мαđ ŠçїєŋŧιѕТ 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Coat hangers containing iron can rust. Coat hangers made of other materials can also oxidize, but the oxidation is not called rust (rust is Fe2O3: iron is required for rust).
2006-07-22 00:26:18 · answer #2 · answered by Loren J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can rust if they are made of iron or steel.
Rust is the substance formed when iron compounds corrode in the presence of oxygen and water. It is a mixture of iron oxides and hydroxides. Rusting is a common term for corrosion, and usually corrosion of steel.
2006-07-22 00:25:14 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if the coating gets broken.
Sorry, no images here, other than rusty shirt shoulders.
2006-07-22 00:24:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they do rust if made from regular iron and not painted.
non-horror image that goes with it would be an abandoned house or a ghetto.
2006-07-22 00:22:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Several options for wood coat hanger sets include a choice of flat or concave, semi-gloss or glossy, and notched or plain shoulders. You can also visit: http://tiny.cc/Hanging-Tie-Rack
2014-08-21 02:26:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it makes me think of my grandma's attic and all the random **** from decades past that ended up there.
2006-07-22 00:23:31 · answer #7 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-07-22 00:22:07 · answer #8 · answered by wedjb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there metal yes
2006-07-22 00:22:18 · answer #9 · answered by jasmine m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no. as those are made of bakelite which does not react with any matter available in air.
2006-07-22 00:54:02 · answer #10 · answered by sharanan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋