Rust formation is represented as iron + oxygen rust + energy.

Which describes this reaction?

Rust formation is an endothermic reaction because it absorbs energy.

Rust formation is an exothermic reaction because it absorbs energy.

Rust formation is an exothermic reaction because it releases energy.

Rust formation is an endothermic reaction because it releases energy.

Rust formation is an exothermic reaction because it releases energy.