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Between galvanized iron containers and t...

Between galvanized iron containers and tinned iron containers which are used to preserve food material ? Justify your answer.

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In the process of galvanising, zinc is coated on the iron. Zinc can react with acids present in food material and as a result food items cannot be consumed. However, tin cannot react with acids present in food items. Hence, tinned iron sheets are extensively used for making boxes to store edible substances.
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