Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high relative humidity, especially those areas where the temperatures stay above freezing and where atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is used.

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Corrosion is accelerated in high relative humidity environments because moisture facilitates the electrochemical reactions that lead to corrosion. When combined with atmospheric pollutants and road salt, which can both act as electrolytes, the rate of corrosion is further increased, especially in areas where temperatures remain above freezing, allowing these reactions to proceed more rapidly.

Corrosion Will Be Accelerated in Areas of High Relative Humidity