What term refers to steel coated with zinc for increased rust resistance?

• A. Galvanized
• B. Gasket Channel
• C. Foot Candle
• D. Gimp

Answer: (A)

Galvanizing is the process of coating steel with zinc to prevent rust. The zinc layer acts as a protective barrier against moisture and oxygen, and it also serves as a sacrificial layer—if the coating is scratched, the zinc corrodes first, shielding the steel underneath. That’s why the term describes steel that’s been zinc-coated for increased rust resistance. The other terms don’t fit: a gasket channel is a hardware part, foot candle is a unit of light, and gimp isn’t a term used for metal coatings.