Tag: Cathodic protection

Pure magnesium, a silver-white metal with two-thirds the density of aluminum, is rarely used structurally in its pure form due to its reactivity but is essential for numerous industrial and chemical processes.

Approximately 80% of all metals are susceptible to corrosion, a costly and damaging process that requires specific protective measures in marine environments. While the question of whether a buoy contains magnesium seems simple, the answer depends entirely on the type of water the buoy is used in and the purpose of the magnesium, which is typically found in sacrificial anodes for corrosion protection.