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At ordinary temperature the surface of metals such as magnesium, aluminium, zinc etc. is covered with a thin layer. What is the composition of "this layer? State its importance. - Science

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At ordinary temperature the surface of metals such as magnesium, aluminium, zinc etc. is covered with a thin layer. What is the composition of "this layer? State its importance.

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Solution

The thin layer is composed of metal oxides and hydroxides.

Importance: It acts as a protective layer from corrosion for the underlying metal.

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