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Among the metals $Fe , Zn , Pb , Ag$ and $Pt$, which do not give a metal nitrate on treatment with concentrated $HNO _{3}$ ?

Updated On: Aug 15, 2022
  • Fe and Pt
  • Fe and Zn
  • Fe, Ag and Pt
  • Pb, Ag and Pt
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

When iron is treated with conc. $HNO _{3}$, it becomes passive because of the formation of a protective layer of $FeO \cdot Fe _{2} O _{3}$ on the surface. On the other hand, $Pt$ being a noble metal does not react with conc. $HNO _{3}$.
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P-Block Elements

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