In Sacrificial protection of Iron the active metal that is most commonly used is:

Nickel

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Tungsten

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Zinc

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Copper

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Solution

The correct option is C
Zinc

Zinc being more active and having lesser reduction potential is used in sacrificial protection of Iron substances.

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