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Explain why the surfaces of some metals become dull when exposed to air for sometime.

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Surfaces of some metals become dull as they react with substances present in atmosphere (like oxygen, `H_2S`, etc.). The reaction results in the formation of compounds which forms a coating on the shining metal surface.
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