Rusting of iron is catalysed by which of the following:

F e

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Z n

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_{2}

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H^{+}

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Solution

The correct option is D $H^{+}$
The rusting or iron occurs in acidic medium. Hence it is catalyzed by $H^{+}$ ions.
Hence, correct option is D.

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