Which of the following metals on reaction with water releases hydrogen gas?

Sodium

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Mercury

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Copper

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Gold

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Solution

The correct option is A
Sodium

Metals such as copper, gold, mercury, are less reactive and cannot displace hydrogen from water or acids as hydrogen gas.

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