Asked by lauren

What effect does bending, stress, or machining have on the tendency of iron to corrode?
Answered by bobpursley
It depends on the type of iron: But basically, bending, stress cause microcracks allowing moisture and oxygen into the metal.
Answered by lauren
i am talking about nails..nails that have iron in them
Answered by bobpursley
Nails are mainly steel, a mixture of iron and other metals. Stress causes microcracks and fatigue cracks.