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How can metals be protected from corrosion?

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Answer:

Galvanisation- the metal is coated in a layer of zinc which protects it.
Making an alloy- the metal could be combined with another element to make it resistant to corrosion.
Coating- Coating the metal with paint, Oil, or other anti-corrosion materials.

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