The following reaction is possible at room temperature.
Au+2HCl→AuCl2+H2
A
True
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B
False
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Solution
The correct option is B
False
Gold(Au) being a noble metal does not react with Hydrochloric acid. But, it reacts with Aqua regia, a 3:1 mixture of Hydrochloric acid and Nitric Acid.