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Why is galvinising used?
to protect iron (or other metals from rusting).
What are the elements is used to protect iron from rusting and has good electrical conductivity?
ZINC :)
What metal do you use to protect steel from corroding?
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.
What is one kind of an atom used to protect iron atoms from rusting?
Cobalt and Thorium
Can Other than zinc what metals are used to prevent rusting?
Iron can be coated with copper, but it is 3 times the cost
What happens during rusting?
Rust is a chemical reaction involving the oxidation of iron (Fe). This reaction produces iron oxide (FeO). The common forms of reddish brown rust can damage metals, but there other rusts such as bluing can be used to protect also.
How do you repair flaking rusting anodized metal?
It can't be anodized if it's flaking and rusting - the chemicals used to anodize metal will destroy the metals - steel and iron - that flake and rust.
What is the best area of the periodic table to look for a metal that could be used to coat another metal to protect it from corrosion?
Zinc Oxide can be used to protect iron hulls from rusting.
What area of the periodic table is best place to look for a metal that could be used to coat another metal to protect it from corrosion?
Zinc Oxide can be used to protect iron hulls from rusting.
Which metal prevent the rusting of iron?
zinc prevents rusting of iron by the process galvanisation
What is galvanized iron used for?
Galvanization is a treatment used in the manufacturing of iron and steel to prevent rusting. It involves applying a zinc coating.
Which gas is used when iron rusted?
Rusting is an oxidation - reaction with oxygen.
