Multiple choice

Galvanization is the process by which the iron is protected from rusting, but this process is not used for food containers. Which is the correct reason?

  1. Acids present in food react with zinc to form poisonous compounds.

  2. Rusting does not take place in food container, as it is always closed.

  3. Food cans are painted since galvanization is costly.

  4. Zinc oxide is an amphoteric oxide.
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Explanation

Zinc is a reactive metal and reacts readily with acids to form respective salts which are poisonous in nature.

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