Why should curd and sour substance not be kept in brass and copper vessel?

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Solution

Curd and other sour substances contain acids.
Therefore, when they are kept in brass and copper vessels, the metal reacts with the acid to liberate hydrogen gas and other harmful products, thereby spoiling the food.

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Why should curd or any sour substance not be kept in brass and copper vessels?

(i) Why should curd and sour substance not be kept in brass and copper vessels?

(ii) What are the differences between the properties of acids and bases?

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