1 The Mechanical Properties and Breakdown of Surface Films at Elevated Temperatures. - Stresses Developed During Isothermal Oxidation. - Stresses Developed During Thermal Cycling Conditions. - Effect of Superimposed Stresses on the Mechanical Stability of Oxide Scales. - Methods of Measuring Mechanical Properties of Oxides. - Mechanisms of Stress Relief. - Influence of Corrosive Contaminants on Oxide Stability. - Methods of Improving Mechanical Properties of Surface Oxides. - General Conclusions. - References. - 2 Anodic Dissolution of MetalsAnomalous Valence. - Transitory or Uncommon Ion Mechanism. - Related Phenomena. - Anodic Dissolution of Metals. - Discussion. - References. - 3 Corrosion of Metals in Organic Solvents. - Classification of Organic Solvents According to Their Properties And Corrosivities. - Thermodynamics and Stoichiometry. - Kinetics and Mechanisms. - Corrosion Failures and Their Prevention. - Conclusions. - References. - 4 Chromium Depletion and Void Formation in FeNiCr Alloys During Molten Salt Corrosion and Related Processes. - Chemical Reactions. - Heat Treatment. - Summary. - References. Language: English