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Question
Choose the correct option from the bracket and explain the statement giving reason.
(Oxidation, displacement, electrolysis, reduction, zinc, copper, double displacement, decomposition)
To prevent rusting, a layer of ______ metal is applied on iron sheets.
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Solution
To prevent rusting, a layer of zinc metal is applied on iron sheets.
Reason:
Zinc is a non-corrosive metal. Therefore, a layer of zinc prevents rusting.
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