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Paper 4 structured question: Corrosion of metals

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Corrosion of metals

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Zinc is widely used in the galvanizing process to protect iron and steel from corrosion.

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Zinc in Galvanizing

Zinc serves both as a barrier and sacrificial protection for metals.

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    State the two main roles of zinc in galvanizing.

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Galvanizing Process

Zinc coating prevents rusting and extends the life of iron and steel products.

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    Describe how zinc provides protection to iron and steel in galvanizing.

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