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Why do you apply paint on iron articles?
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03/09/2021 9:29 pm
Iron is a reactive metal. In the presence of humid air (O2 + H2O), it rusts to form a layer of Fe2O3.xH2O.
To prevent it from rusting, paint is applied which forms a protective layer over iron and prevents direct contact of air and water.
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