Corrosion of metals and alloys - Vocabulary (ISO 8044:2020)

This document defines terms relating to corrosion that are widely used in modern science and technology. In addition, some definitions are supplemented with short explanations. NOTE 1 Throughout the document, IUPAC rules for electrode potential signs are applied. The term "metal" is also used to include alloys and other metallic materials. NOTE 2 Terms and definitions related to the inorganic surface treatment of metals are given in ISO 2080.