A zinc diffusion process is called
A
Galvanizing
B
Anodizing
C
Parkerising
D
Sherardizing
Correct Answer: Sherardizing
Sherardizing is the formation of a corrosion-resistant, zinc-iron alloy coating, on the surface of steel or iron.The method involves the heating of the object in an airtight container that has zinc powder.
A thermal diffusion process occurs and the zinc diffuses into the object’s metal surface, forming the zinc-iron alloy.