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Civil Engineering · Q44

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Engineering and GATE · Civil Engineering · question 44

Q44

Which of the below is not an example of a base?

A.
White lead
B.
Cobalt
Answer
C.
Zinc oxide
D.
Red lead

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Cobalt is not a base instead it is a drier. It is used to absorb oxygen from surroundings and harden the paints.