Why Train Tracks Resist Rust While Ordinary Iron Turns to Scrap: Experts Uncover Key Factors
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News18 Hindi•01/12/2025
Why Train Tracks Resist Rust While Ordinary Iron Turns to Scrap: Experts Uncover Key Factors
- •Railway tracks are made of rust-resistant carbon steel.
- •Train wheels' friction removes light rust from tracks.
- •Tracks undergo special coatings and heat treatments.
- •Thick rails reduce the rate of corrosion.
- •Tracks are designed to prevent water accumulation.
Why it matters: Understanding rail durability helps ensure safe and reliable train travel for everyone.
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