WAEC Agricultural Science 1988 Question 18

Question 18

Farm Machinery and Mechanisation

Which of the following cannot be used to rub the metal parts of farm tools before storage?

  1. A.Grease
  2. B.Palm oil
  3. C.Water
  4. D.Petroleum jelly
  5. E.Spent engine oil
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Water)

Explanation

Oil and grease keep air and moisture off metal; water causes rusting.