Chemical Engineering - Materials and Construction - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Materials and Construction - Section 1 (Q.No. 11)
11.
The main purpose of galvanising iron sheets is to
harden the surface.
increase its glossiness and lustre.
prevent the action of water.
prevent the action of oxygen.
Answer: Option
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KRR said:   4 years ago
Galvanising is a method of rust prevention. The iron or steel object is coated in a thin layer of zinc. This stops oxygen and water reaching the metal underneath - but the zinc also acts as a sacrificial metal. Zinc is more reactive than iron, so it oxidises in preference to the iron object.

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