Which is the correct word equation for the following reaction?
When iron is exposed to air and water over time, a chemical reaction occurs. The iron (Fe) reacts with the oxygen (O2) to form a reddish substance called iron oxide (Fe2O3). You may have seen this on buildings, subway rails, or pipes that are made of iron and are outside!
Iron Oxide --> Iron + Oxygen
Iron Oxide + Oxygen --> Iron
Iron + Oxygen --> Iron Oxide
Iron + Iron Oxide --> Oxygen