Cast iron vessels are not suitable for the storage of_________________?

Correct answer: D. Wet SO2

  • A. Freon
  • B. H2SO4 (95%) at room temperature
  • C. H2SO4 (fuming)
  • D. Wet SO2

Explanation

Wet sulphur dioxide is highly corrosive because dissolved moisture forms acidic sulphurous acid, which attacks cast iron. Cast iron can tolerate some concentrated sulphuric-acid service but is unsuitable for wet SO₂.

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