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When Fe(s) is dissolved in aqueous hydrochloric acid in a closed vessel, the work done is positive.
If true enter 1, else enter 0.

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When Fe(s) is dissolved in aqueous hydrochloric acid in a closed vessel, the work done is negative.
Fe reacts with HCl to form iron(III) chloride and hydrogen gas.
2Fe+6HCl2FeCl3+3H2
The liberated hydrogen gas does the work. Since, the work is done by the system, it is negative.

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