On reaction with Mg, very dilute nitric acid produces

On reaction with Mg, very dilute nitric acid produces

Options

(a) nitric acid
(b) hydrogen
(c) NH₃
(d) nitrous oxide

Correct Answer:

hydrogen

Explanation:

On reaction with Mg, very dilute nitric acid produces hydrogen as it lies below hydrogen in the electrochemical series. Mg + 2HNO₃ → Mg(NO₃)₂ + H₂.

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