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Standard X
Chemistry
Combined and Native State
Which of the ...
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Which of the following does not react with oxygen?

A
Potassium
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Sodium
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C
Magnesium
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D
Gold
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Solution

The correct option is D Gold
Most metals react with oxygen to form metallic oxides. Gold is a noble metal as it is very less reactive. Therefore, it does not react with oxygen. Sodium, potassium and magnesium react with oxygen to form their respective metal oxides.

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