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p-Block Elements - I
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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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