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The slow-motion murder of metal, committed by air and water with infinite patience.
means The gradual chemical destruction of a material, usually metal, as it reacts with its environment.
from From Latin corrodere, to gnaw away — picture the world quietly chewing your bridge.
Rust's priceCosts the global economy trillions yearly.
Slow but sureIt is electrochemistry, not just decay.
Gold's flexPure gold barely corrodes, hence ancient shine.