Why does a metal nail rust the most in water as opposed to soda or vinegar?

Subject: Why does a metal nail rust the most in water as opposed to soda or vinegar?

Date: Sat Dec 20 14:09:10 2003
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Grade level: 7-9 School: No school entered.
City: philadelphia State/Province: Pa Country: USA
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 1071950950.Ch

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I'm doing an science fair project on Does metal nail rust the most in vinegar, 
water ,or soda? I've been searching a lot, but the only answers I got is that 
metal nail rust the most in vinegar. I need to know why does a metal nail rust 
the most in water? 
                          Please help me

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