Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Metals And Reactivity (Section 1 - No. 27)
Which layer protects the aluminium from further corrosion?
A layer of carbon
A layer of aluminum oxide (Al2O3)
A layer of zinc
A layer of iron oxide
Explanation
The aluminium surface develops a layer of aluminium oxide (Al2O3) that protects it from further reaction.
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