F01 : The Rust-o-meter experiment: measuring household liquids rust ability.


Students Marcus Dawe
School HCDSB - St. Timothy Elementary School - Burlington
Level Junior 7/8 - Grade 7
Group Group 6 - Physical and Mathematical
Abstract The purpose of this project is to investigate how different household solutions affect how quickly metal rusts. By comparing rust formation in tap water, vinegar, salt water, Coke, and Windex, the experiment identifies which liquids speed up or slow down corrosion. Understanding these effects explains why everyday substances cause metal to deteriorate at different rates and helps people better protect metal items in their homes.
Awards
Group Award Prize
Chemical Institute of Canada - Hamilton Section AwardsChemical Institute of Canada (Hamilton Section) Award$ 100
Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers - Hamilton Section AwardsSTLE Tribology/Friction Reduction Award$ 250
Association for Iron & Steel Technology Northern Chapter AwardsAssociation for Iron & Steel Technology Northern Chapter Award - Third$ 100