If an iron nail is fully submerged in water but sealed with oil, what is the expected outcome?

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No rust will form because the layer of oil prevents air from contacting the iron nail, despite being submerged in water. The other options do not apply in this situation.

If an iron nail is fully submerged in water but sealed with oil, what is the expected outcome?

If an iron nail is fully submerged in water but sealed with oil, what is the expected outcome?

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