Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
In a diagram depicting the trends in M 2+ /M standard electrode potentials for the d-block elements, which element is expected to have a positive standard electrode potential, indicating its inability to liberate hydrogen gas from acids?
A
Copper (Cu)
B
Iron (Fe)
C
Zinc (Zn)
D
Nickel (Ni)
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Copper (Cu) has a positive standard electrode potential (E V), which accounts for its inability to liberate hydrogen gas from acids, unlike other metals with negative potentials.
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