Question

Due to which of the following reasons Chromium plating is done on some objects

used in everyday life?

(i) Chromium is cheaper.

(ii) Chromium has a shiny appearance.

(iii)Chromium does not corrode.

(iv) Chromium resists scratches.

(A) (i), (ii), (iii) (B) (ii), (iii), (iv) (C) (i), (iii), (iv) (D) (i), (ii), (iii),(iv)​

Answer 1

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R T W X Y Z

Answer 2

The reasons due to which chromium plating is done on some objects and is used in daily life are -:

1. Chromium has a shiny appearance.

2. Chromium does not corrode.

3. Chromium resists scratches.

• It has shiny appearance due to its high specular reflection ability as it reflects 70% of visible light.

• Chromium has Anti-corrosive property and it is added to steel.

• It is highly valued metal due it's high corrosion resistance and hardness.

• Electroplating with chromium and stainless steel contribute 85% of commercial market .

• It is highly resistant to tarnishing and scratches which makes it useful metal.

Thus the correct option is B (ii),(iii),(iv) .