CBSE Class 7 Science
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The World of Metals and Non-metals — Question 14
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Question One of the methods of protecting iron from getting rusted is to put a thin coating of zinc metal over it. Since sulphur does not react with water, can it be used for this purpose? Justify your
Answer:
No, sulphur cannot be used to protect iron from rusting. While sulphur does not react with water, it does not have the property of forming a protective layer over iron like zinc. It cannot prevent air and moisture from coming into contact with the iron.