Iron galvanized with zinc is cathodically protected from corrosion. This is because?

A.

zinc has a more positive oxidation potential than iron

B.

zinc has less positive oxidation potential than iron

C.

bith have the same oxidation potential

D.

zinc is harder than iron

Correct answer is A

Iron galvanized with zinc is cathodically protected from corrosion because Zinc has a more positive oxidation potential than iron. This means that Zinc will preferentially corrode, acting as a sacrificial anode.