Question: Why would metal rust faster in a stronger solution than tap water?
Hypothesis: If I place metal in a stronger solution than tap water, then it will rust faster than a metal placed in tap water.
Conclusion:
The reason why metals rust faster in a stronger solution than tap water is because the acidity or basic level of the other solution is stronger. This may also speed up the process of oxidation and corrosion. In turn, this is why the metals placed in the strong acidic and basic solutions broke faster under the given weight. With this, my hypothesis is proven correct - if you place a metal in a solution stronger than water, then it will rust faster.
