Question :

At ordinary temperature the surface of metals, such as magnesium, aluminium, zinc, lead etc. do not undergo oxidation. Give reason.
Submitted on 16/02/2024
Answered by Vandana Rana

Answer :

At ordinary temperature, the surfaces of metals such as magnesium, aluminium, zinc, lead, etc., are covered with a thin layer of oxide. The protective oxide layer prevents the metal from further oxidation.