Senior Corrosion Technologist
● D) To act as a sacrificial material
Answer: B) To insulate and reduce the area of metal exposed to the environment
Explanation: Dielectric coatings insulate the metal surface, reducing the amount of exposed
area and consequently lowering the current demand for cathodic protection.
267. Which of the following is the most common material for sacrificial anodes
in freshwater environments?
● A) Magnesium
● B) Aluminum
● C) Zinc
● D) Copper
Answer: A) Magnesium
Explanation: Magnesium is often used as a sacrificial anode in freshwater environments due
to its high driving potential, which makes it effective in such conditions.
268. In a cathodic protection system, how is the "protection potential"
determined?
● A) By measuring the pH of the environment
● B) By comparing the structure's potential to a reference electrode
● C) By analyzing the anode material composition
● D) By calculating the current density
Answer: B) By comparing the structure's potential to a reference electrode
Explanation: The protection potential is determined by measuring the potential difference
between the structure and a reference electrode to ensure it is within the range that prevents
corrosion.
269. Which of the following scenarios could lead to the "shielding effect" in a
cathodic protection system?
● A) Use of excessive current output
● B) Application of a non-conductive coating
● C) Installation of too many anodes
● D) Increased temperature of the environment
Answer: B) Application of a non-conductive coating
Explanation: The shielding effect occurs when a non-conductive coating prevents the
protective current from reaching the underlying metal, leading to localized corrosion.
270. What is the significance of "calcareous deposits" in cathodic protection
systems?
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