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The external tank on space shuttles is not painted. It is the only part of the shuttle that is lost after launch, so it is not necessary to worry about metal corrosion.

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 31 October, 2008  1 comments Fact Articles Science and Technology

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• By Anonymous 386 Days Ago
  When first introduced the space shuttle was painted white. Do not hold me to this, but I think they continued to paint it for several more flights.

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