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Name the process in which a metal is attacked by surrounding substances such as moisture, acids, etc.
AOxidation
BCorrosion
CRancidity
DReduction
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Corrosion
1. The gradual destruction of a metal by surrounding moisture, air and acids is a specific process.
2. Rusting of iron is a common example of this.
3. This process is called corrosion.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.91._
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