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There are several metals which can help protect iron from rusting. The iron is electroplated with a non-corrosive metal such as aluminum, copper, zinc, or titanium.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 8y agoTwo examples would be adding nickel to make stainless steel or galvanising with zinc Chromium or manganese are also used
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∙ 12y agoIron can be protected from rust by coating:
- with metals as zinc and cadmium
- with paints
- with greases
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