Question

Silver is more likely to tarnish near a petroleum refinery than in a place far away

Answer 1

Silver develops a blackish tarnish on its surface when it is exposed to air for a long period of time.

This is because the air has sulphur contained in it. Sulphur in atmosphere reacts with silver and it makes the silver go black in colour.

Near petroleums, the air has more amount of sulphur . Thus it blackens earlier.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

Aqibkincsem Samaritan

Silver develops a blackish tarnish on its surface when it is exposed to air for a long period of time.

This is because the air has sulphur contained in it. Sulphur in atmosphere reacts with silver and it makes the silver go black in colour.

Near petroleums, the air has more amount of sulphur . Thus it blackens earlier.