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ScienceCLASS 8CBSE

answered 28 Mar 2026

Metals generally react with dilute acids to produce hydrogen gas. Which one of the following metals does not react with dilute hydrochloric acid? (a) magnesium (b) aluminium (c) iron (d) copper

A.VERIFIED ANSWERfact-checked by tutors

Answer is (d) copper

Explanation:

Less reactive metals like Copper, gold and silver does not react with dilute HCl to produce Hydrogen gas.

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