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Clarify why aluminium appears unreactive by discussing the protective layer formed by its oxide.

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This point belongs to Reactivity series, especially Reactivity series outcomes.
You need to be able to clarify why aluminium appears unreactive by discussing the protective layer formed by its oxide.
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Aluminium is a lightweight metal that is resistant to corrosion due to a protective oxide layer.

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State the reason why aluminium is resistant to corrosion.
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