MCQ
Corrosion is a/ an:
  • A
    Physical change.
  • B
    Neutralisation reaction.
  • Electrochemical change.
  • D
    None of the above.

Answer

Correct option: C.
Electrochemical change.
Hint: Corrosion is the oxidation of metal by moist air, often unwanted.
Corrosion is an electrochemical change. A highly reactive metal $($easily oxidisable$)$ is oxidised in the anodic reaction $M^{\mathrm{x}+}+\mathrm{xe}^{-} \rightarrow \mathrm{M}$. Highly reactive metals are more easily corroded unless they form a protective oxide layer around them on oxidation which prevents further oxidation. Noble metals like Pt are not easily corroded.

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