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We hear about our state's crumbling infrastructure and debate how to pay to improve it, but what do we actually know about the act of crumbling? Things corrode. Things rust. But does rust have a place in the political debates?


Jonathan Waldman's new book, "Rust," explains the science behind oxidation and why we should care about it: Think of the bridges, buildings, and pipelines that can be compromised if metals are allowed to deteriorate. 
 

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Listen to Jonathan Waldman explain the science behind oxidation and why we should care about it.

Jonathan Waldman's new book, "Rust," explains the science behind oxidation and why we should care about it: Think of the bridges, buildings, and pipelines that can be compromised if metals are allowed to deteriorate.

Jonathan Waldman on 'Rust' and our crumbling infrastructure

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