Which of the following is the most prone to atmospheric corrosion ?
Correct answer: B. Iron
- A. Silver
- B. Iron
- C. Tin
- D. Copper
Explanation
Iron readily reacts with oxygen and moisture to form rust, so it is more prone to atmospheric corrosion than silver, tin, or copper. Its corrosion products are porous and do not protect the underlying metal effectively.
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