Iron Oxides

Iron oxides are chemical compounds composed of iron and oxygen, forming natural minerals such as rust (iron(III) oxide). They occur widely in nature and give many objects their characteristic reddish or yellowish hues. These compounds are important industrially for pigment production, corrosion resistance (as in protective coatings), and in magnetic applications like data storage. Iron oxides are stable, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly, making them useful across various fields. They vary in composition and structure, which influence their color and properties, but overall, they are key materials derived from iron’s natural oxidation process.