Explore topic-wise MCQs in Chemistry.

This section includes 9 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Chemistry knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Which of the following metal does not corrode?

A. Iron
B. Zinc
C. Copper
D. Magnesium
Answer» D. Magnesium
2.

Which of the following is the overall reaction of rusting?

A. 2Fe(s) → 2Fe2+ + 4e–
B. O2 (g)+4H+(aq)+4e–⟶2H2O(l)
C. 2Fe(s) + O2(g) + 4H+(aq) → 2Fe2+(aq) + 2H2O(l)
D. H2O ⇌ H+ + OH–
Answer» D. H2O ⇌ H+ + OH–
3.

Which of the following is not essential for rusting to take place?

A. Metal (like iron)
B. Oxygen
C. Moisture
D. Light
Answer» E.
4.

Which of the following is not a method of prevention of corrosion?

A. Galvanization
B. Anti-rust solutions
C. Cathodic protection
D. Heating
Answer» E.
5.

Which of the following does not cause rusting of iron?

A. Moisture
B. Vacuum
C. SO2
D. CO2
Answer» C. SO2
6.

Magnesium is used as a sacrificial metal to protect iron from rust.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
7.

Which of the following statements regarding corrosion is true?

A. Corrosion does not depend on the reactivity of the metal
B. Presence of impurities does not affect the rate of corrosion
C. Strains in metals affect the rate of corrosion
D. Presence of electrolytes does not affect the rate of corrosion
Answer» D. Presence of electrolytes does not affect the rate of corrosion
8.

What is the method of protection of iron by coating it with zinc called?

A. Tinning
B. Cathodic protection
C. Galvanization
D. Anti-rust solutions
Answer» D. Anti-rust solutions
9.

Rusting of iron is a type of corrosion.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False