Multiple choice

Why is chromium used for electroplating?

(a) It does not corrode. (b) It is scratch resistant. (c) It is cheap, easily available and can be electroplated very easily.

  1. Only (a)

  2. Both (a) and (b)

  3. Only (c)

  4. Both (b) and (c)
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chromium does not corrode and is scratch resistant. Chromium is neither cheap nor is it easily available. Electroplating of chromium is a complex and controlled process as the chromium layer tends to peel off.

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