Why is electroplating of one metal on another done? Give one example for each.

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Electroplating is done either to make the metal look attractive, or to protect it from corrosion. For example, gold is electroplated on cheap metal jewellery to make it look attractive, and zinc is coated over iron when making bridges in order to protect it from rusting.

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