Define Electroplating. Explain with a suitable example.

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Electricity is used to obtain a thin coating of a particular metal on other metallic objects. This process is known as electroplating.

For example: Bathroom taps made of iron or steel are electroplated with chromium metal to prevent their corrosion or rusting.

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