Battery (All): Terminology: Corrosion
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A destructive chemical reaction when metal is broken down in an aggressive chemical environment. Sulfuric acid, for example, is aggressive against iron. The iron breaks down and corrodes. The battery terminal is vulnerable to corrosion if it is not maintained correctly.