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The metal which corrodes readily in mois...

The metal which corrodes readily in moist air, is

A

gold

B

silver

C

iron

D

nickel

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The correct Answer is:
C
Iron is covered by a layer of hydrated iron oxide `(Fe_(2)O_(3).x H_(2)O)`, i.e. rust on exposure to moist air.
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