Question
Download Solution PDFWhat is deposited on iron in the process of Galvanization?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Zinc.
EXPLANATION:
- Galvanization is the process of applying a zinc layer on Iron and Steel to prevent corrosion.
- Galvanization is done by two methods-
- Dipping metal in hot molted Zinc
- By process of Electroplating
- Mechanism-
- The Zinc layer protects the Iron surface from interacting with the atmosphere thus preventing corrosion of the surface.
Important Points
Examples of corrosion are-
- Silver tarnishing/blackening
- Brownish layer on Iron surface
- Green coloured layer on copper or brass surface
- Dull aluminium surface
Additional Information
- Some other methods to prevent corrosion are as below-
- Metal Type
- Protective Coating
- Environmental Measures
- Sacrificial Coatings
- Corrosion Inhibitors
- Design Modification
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