Chemistryhard · Past Paper
Which metal is used to protect iron from rusting by the method of 'Sacrificial Protection'?
ACopper
BTin
CZinc
DLead
✓ Correct Answer: C — Zinc
Zinc is more reactive than iron, so it oxidizes preferentially, protecting the iron even if the coating is scratched.
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