Gujarati
p-Block Elements - I
easy

Aluminium is a self-preserving metal, because

A

It is not tarnished by air

B

A thin film of basic carbonate on its surface

C

A non-porous layer of oxide is formed on its surface

D

It is not affected by salt water

Solution

Aluminum is called self-protecting metal because when it comes in contact with the atmosphere it is covered entirely with a layer of aluminum oxide which stops further corrosion.

Standard 11
Chemistry

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