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Why are tin coated iron cans used for co...

Why are tin coated iron cans used for cool drinks but not cans. Explain.

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(i) comparison of reactivities of iron, tin with the component (metal) used for galvanization
(ii) changes that take place in the food kept in the galvanized container
(iii) effect of the reactivity of tin on the food content
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