Steel corrodes quickly in acidic environments and slowly or not at all as alkalinity is increased. The corrosion rate of steel in soil can range from less than 0.2 microns per year in favorable conditions to 20 microns per year or more in very aggressive soils.

Of course yes. Then what is the difference between Corten A and Corten B steel sheets? Basically, the chemical composition of Corten A and Corten B steel sheets are little different as below. Besides, the application of Corten A and Corten B steel sheets are also different.