TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MOMBASA

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
BSEE /BTEE/BSME/BTME/BTMA YEAR 4
2023april
CAT 1

1 (a) Briefly explain the difference between Oxidation and Reduction electrochemical
reactions.
(b) What reaction occurs at the anode and which at the cathode?
(c) Write possible oxidation and reduction half –reactions that occur when Magnesium is
immersed in:
i) HCl ii) HCL solution containing dissolved oxygen.
(d)Where in (c) above will the magnesium oxidize more rapidly? Explain.

2. (a) Explain causes of external and internal corrosion of pipelines.

(b) Compare cathodic and anodic protection methods in terms of the following factors:
(i) Suitability of materials
(ii) Environment
(iii) Cost effectiveness
(iv) Operation
(c) Explain i) dry corrosion.
ii)Passivity

3. a) Describe FIVE methods of prevention of corrosion.

b) With the aid of a diagram show the variation of velocity of a fluid with the current
density of a passive metal.
c) Mention four examples of sacrificial anode metals.

4. With the aid of a diagram show the effect of chloride species on current density for a
passive metal.
5. Outline the different types of coating. Explain the functions of coating.