Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 18 - Chemistry of the Environment - Exercises - Page 806: 18.30b

Answer

Silver is less reactive compared to iron. At low temperatures it does not react with acid rain. However, at higher temperatures, it forms a layer of insoluble Silver sulfate upon reaction with acid rain. Hence coating of silver will protect iron from damage. Equation is given below: $2Ag(s) + 2H_{2}SO_{4} (aq) → AgSO_{4}(s) + SO_{2}(g) + 2H_{2}O (l)$

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