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Mechanism of Pitting Corrosion Prevention by Nitrite in Carbon Steel Exposed to Dilute Salt Solutions

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/799729· OSTI ID:799729
The overall goal of this project was to develop a detailed understanding of the role of nitrite in preventing the breakdown of protective oxide on steel and on the onset of pitting, by considering the interactions of the oxidation and reduction reactions that may occur in alkaline salt solutions.
Research Organization:
Savannah River Site (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
US Department of Energy (US)
DOE Contract Number:
AC09-96SR18500
OSTI ID:
799729
Report Number(s):
WSRC-TR-2002-00078
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English