Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12
Which of the following metals does not dissolve in concentrated nitric acid due to the formation of a passive film of oxide on its surface?
A
Chromium
B
Copper
C
Zinc
D
Iron
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, metals like chromium and aluminum do not dissolve in concentrated nitric acid because they form a passive film of oxide on their surface.
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