Activity 1 Determine what you know
about rust
The Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour is the largest
timed cycle event in the world. Cyclists from around the
world travel to Cape Town to cycle 110 scenic kilometres
around the Cape Peninsula. The event can be completed
on many different types of bicycles.
1. Some bicycles are made of metal containing iron
which can rust. In your own words, write down a
definition of rust.
2. Two learners are training for the cycle tour. Johan
trains in Kimberley and Nosipho trains in Port
Elizabeth. Think of a reason why a bicycle in Port
Elizabeth rusts faster than a bicycle in Kimberley.
3. Suggest a method that the learners can use to
protect their bicycles against rust.
4. Cyclists using many different bicycles enter the
Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour. Do you think that
a rusty bicycle will affect a cyclist's performance?
Explain your answer.