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Several blocks of magnesium are fixed to the bottom of a ship to
Chemistrys Block ElementsJEE MainJEE Main 2003
Options:
  • A
    make the ship lighter
  • B
    prevent action of water and salt
  • C
    prevent puncturing by under-sea rocks
  • D
    keep away the sharks
Solution:
1253 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
prevent action of water and salt
Magnesium provides cathodic protection and prevent rusting or corrosion.

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