Question

Why are Iron pipes used In homes to carry water galvanised?

Answer 1

• Galvanisation is a process in which a protective Zinc coating is applied to Iron articles or articles made up of Steel to prevent them from rusting.
• The process of forming an undesirable flaky layer of reddish-brown substance on the surface of damp Iron article due to the action of air is known as rusting.
• The iron pipes that are used in homes carry water regularly.
• Due to which the Iron pipes have a high risk of getting rust.
• So as prevent Iron pipes from rusting, it is galvanized.