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Chemical Effects of Electric Current — Science STD 8 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceChemical Effects of Electric Current1 Mark
MCQ
Why are cans used for storing soft drinks or food items usually electroplated with tin?
  • ✓
    Tin is less reactive than the metal the can is made of.
  • B
    Tin is cheap.
  • C
    Tin is strong and shiny in appearance
  • D
    Tin is lighter than other metals.
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Answer

Correct option: A.
Tin is less reactive than the metal the can is made of.
Cans used for storing soft drinks or food items are usually electroplated with tin because tin is less reactive than the base metal with which the can is made of. Tin does not contaminate the food or soft drink. It also does not get corroded.

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