Metals generally react with dilute acids to produce hydrogen gas. Which one of the following metals does not react with dilute hydrochloric acid?

Magnesium

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Aluminium

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Iron

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Copper

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Solution

The correct option is D Copper
In the case of copper, no bubbles are seen and the temperature also remains unchanged. This shows that copper does not react with dilute HCl.

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