Question

Why tin cans are used for storing food?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Tins are non-reactive metal and hence food stored in tins does not react with it. But iron are reactive metals and food products can get spoiled if they are stored in iron containers.

Answer 2

Tin is a non-reactive metal whereas iron is a reactive metal. If food is stored in an iron container, it might react with iron and get spoiled. Hence, tin is electroplated on iron to make cans used for storing food

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