Which of the following does not corrode when exposed to the atmosphere?

iron

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copper

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gold

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silver

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Solution

The correct option is A gold
Gold is very least reactive hence does not corrode at all.
And Au is a highly stable element because of its electronic distribution , hence it doesn't react easily.

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