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An element 'X' is non-malleable and non-...

An element 'X' is non-malleable and non-ductile. X is extensively used to protect another element Y from corrosion.Identify X and Y and name the process that is mentioned above. Also compare the reactivity of X and Y.

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Element X is zinc which is non-malleable and non-ductile. Y is iron. The process of protecting iron by coating with zinc is called galvanisation. The element X(Zn) is more reactive than Y (Fe).
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