Question

Why are iron objects electroplated?
a.Iron objects produce ions in the electrolyte
b.Iron can rust,electroplating helps in rusting
c.Iron can rust,electroplating prevents it d.Iron is a good conductor of electricity

Answer 1

Answer:

Answer is c. Iron can rust , so it is electroplated

Explanation:

3Fe+ 2H20 -----> Fe203 + H20

while electroplating doesn't let this reaction to happen.