B.P.S.C. TRE-3 July, 2024

Which of the following methods is suitable to prevent an iron frying pan from rusting?

aApplying a zinc coating✓ Correct
bApplying paint
cApplying grease
dMore than one of the above
eNone of the above

Explanation

To prevent an iron frying pan from rusting, a zinc coating is applied. This process is called galvanisation. Zinc is more reactive than iron; therefore, it protects iron from rusting.

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