What is done to prevent corrosion of metals? - Vidyadip

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What is done to prevent corrosion of metals?

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By applying a layer of paint, oil, grease or varnish on the surface of a metal to prevent corrosion. Also plating with noncorroding metal is done. Iron is coated with thin layer of zinc. Due to these processes the contact of metal surface with air is lost and corrosion is prevented.

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