Corrosion is understood as the interaction of a metal with the environment that surrounds it, producing the consequent deterioration in its physical and chemical properties.

The fundamental characteristic of this phenomenon is that it only occurs in the presence of an electrolyte, causing fully identified regions, called anodic and cathodic: an oxidation reaction is an anodic reaction, in which electrons are released to other cathodic regions. In the anodic region the dissolution of the metal (corrosion) will occur and, consequently in the cathodic region, the immunity of the metal. The speed at which a material corrodes is slow and continuous, all depending on the environment where it is, as time goes by creating a thin layer of material on the surface, which are initially formed as spots until they reach imperfections appear on the surface of the metal. The environment then is an important factor to take into account if we refer to the topic of corrosion of a metal, which is why you should take and use prevention measures to reduce corrosion

There are organic and inorganic chemical compounds that when fixed in the body of the equipment that form a film between it and the corrosive medium, decreasing the speed of corrosion, these compounds are called inhibitors.

This method considers the use of small amounts of organic and inorganic compounds capable of forming a film or adherent barrier on the surface of the metal by electrical attraction or by a reaction, preventing access of the corrosive agents.

These compounds are characterized by high electrical charges at the ends of their molecules capable of being attracted by the surface to be protected; unfortunately this attraction is not permanent and a constant dosage in the middle is necessary.

This method is preferably used where there are fluid means of recirculation.

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Types of inhibitors:

The corrosion inhibitors can be classified according to several criteria, some of the most common are indicated below:

A) In response to its mechanism of action:

• Anodic inhibitors

• Cathode inhibitors

• Mixed inhibitors

• Adsorption inhibitors

The aforementioned inhibitors tend to increase the polarization both at the anode (anodic inhibitors), cathode (cathode inhibitors) and both at the same time (mixed inhibitors).

B) Considering its chemical composition:

*Organic inhibitors

• Minio

• Benzoates

• Tannins

*Inorganic inhibitors

• Chromates

• Phosphates

• Nitrites

• Borates

• Silicate

C) In response to its application

• Inhibitors in vapor phase

• Pickling inhibitors

• Inhibitors for alkaline solutions

• Inhibitors for chloride solutions

• Inhibitors for drinking water

• Inhibitors for boiler water

• Inhibitors for petroleum products

• Inhibitors for paints

• Inhibitors for reinforced concrete

• Inhibitors for fats and oils

• Anti-freeze inhibitors

How to choose a good inhibitor?

When choosing a corrosion inhibitor, several things should be considered:

• The materials that will be protected

• The effective time of protection (1 week, 1 month, 1 year, etc.)

• The method of application (immersion, sprinkling, brushing, etc.)

• Type of protection required (in process, storage or shipment)

• Handling the piece and removing the fingerprint

• Type and thickness of the desired coating

The most common bacteria develop at potentials close to or below 0 and pH between 6 and 9.

For more information visit the following links

• https://www.hemophilia.org/Bleeding-Disorders/Inhibitors-Other-Complications/Inhibitors-for-Consumers/What-is-an-Inhibitor

• http://ib.bioninja.com.au/higher-level/topic-8-metabolism-cell/untitled-6/enzyme-inhibition.html

• https://www.researchgate.net/post/How_to_select_the_final_concentration_of_inhibitor_for_antagonist_in_cell_culture_experiment1

• https://www.thebalance.com/what-is-corrosion-2339700

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