Electrically charged raindrops could be corroding metal with protective coatings

According to Phys.org, research published in Nature shows that electrically charged raindrops can corrode protective metal coatings on cars, ships, buildings, and cultural heritage sites. This naturally occurring phenomenon is a previously overlooked corrosion mechanism, pointing to the need for better preservation methods.

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