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Which of the following acids is capable of dissolving gold?

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Hydrochloric acid
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Nitric acid
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Sulfuric acid
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A combination of A and B
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A combination of A and C
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Solution

The correct option is C A combination of A and B
Aqua regia is a mixture of hydrochloric acid and nitric acid in the ration 3:1. It is a very strong acid and can dissolve any metals including noble metals like gold and silver.

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