what type of intermolecular force is iron rusting???

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and why is this reaction important??
thanks in advance..
4Fe + 3O(2) = 2Fe(2)O

2007-03-29 14:00:01 · 3 answers · asked by katracho4 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

This is creating an ionic compound. It also releases energy. However, the reaction is so slow that not much energy is released quickly.

2007-03-29 14:04:11 · answer #1 · answered by dougal c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

There is no "intermolecular force." 4Fe + 3O2 ==> 2Fe2O3. It is important because iron, steel, and ferrous metals rust away.

2007-03-29 21:06:22 · answer #2 · answered by steve_geo1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Oxidation (electrons being removed).

2007-03-29 21:04:53 · answer #3 · answered by Mercury 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋