The cost to any industrial society of the consequences of corrosion is high, and its study is therefore vital. This third edition has been completely revised and updated to take into account the many significant developments which have taken place in corrosion science since the previous edition was published. It covers the basic electrochemical mechanism for the aqueous corrosion of metals, corrosion prevention, corrosion failures, and oxidation in gaseous atmosphere. Written for students with a basic knowledge of physics and chemistry, it provides a comprehensive introductory text in corrosion and protection.