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Electrolytic deposition of a superior metal on a baser metal.


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The process of covering the metal with another other metal by electrolysis is called electroplating.

Electroplating of metal is done because:

  • It helps in preventing the metal from corrosion and
  • It enhances the appearance of metal.

Therefore, Electrolytic deposition of a superior metal on a baser metal is called electroplating.


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