Brown spots in fabrics will be caused by washing with water containing large amount of___________________?

Correct answer: A. Iron

  • A. Iron
  • B. Zinc
  • C. Iodine
  • D. Bromine

Explanation

Iron salts oxidise to hydrated ferric compounds that deposit as reddish-brown stains on fabrics. Zinc does not normally produce these characteristic brown spots in wash water.

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