The metal used for galvanizing is zinc. Galvanizing is the protection of iron or steel against exposure to the atmosphere and consequent rusting by the application of a zinc coating. The zinc coating may be applied by two general methods: hot dipping and electrolytic deposition. As long as the zinc and the iron are in contact, atmospheric oxidation spares the iron and affects the zinc.
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