A) They are covered with a coating of lead carbonate
B) They are corroded by air and moisture
C) Water containing dissolved air attacks lead forming soluble hydroxide
D) None of these
Correct Answer: C
Solution :
Due to plumbosolvancy, lead dissolves in water to a small extent to form soluble hydroxide which is poisonous so lead pipe is not used for carrying drinking water.
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