Question

why do we apply Paint on iron articles?
explain according to:
a. 10 class
b. 5 marks​

Answer 1

Iron is a metal due to which it react with oxygen and form it's oxide which is called as Rust.

Rusted iron is of no use as it looses its strength hence to prevent rusting Paint is applied on iron articles.

paint create a proctative layer between iron and oxygen due to which no rusting take place.

hence, we apply paint on iron articles.

hope it helps...

Answer 2

Answer:

• Iron articles when exposed to air, react with oxygen and moisture in air.As a result rusting takes place in Which the metal deteriorates.
• To prevent this rusting and deterioration of iron, we have to apply paint to iron articles.