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Grade 12th passPhysical Chemistry

Identify the correct statement.
(a) Corrosion of iron can be minimized by forming contact with another metal with a higher reduction potential.
(b) Iron corrodes in oxygen-free water.
(c) Corrosion of iron can be minimized by forming an impermeable barrier at its surface.
(d) Iron corrodes more rapidly in saltwater because its electrochemical potential is higher.

Profile image of Harshit Singh
5 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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Profile image of Pawan Prajapati
5 Years ago
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Corrosion of iron can be minimized by forming an impermeable barrier at its surface.
Hence option (c) is the answer.

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