A remarkable property of acids is that they can 'dissolve' metals. When metals are added to an acid, they disintegrate and disappear into the acid.

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CASE_STUDIESReaction of Acids with Metals3 sub-questions

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1 gram of solid sodium chloride was taken in a clean and dry test tube and concentrated sulphuric acid was added to it.

Some metals react with acids to produce salt and hydrogen gas. Illustrate it with an example. How will you test the presence of this gas ?

TextReaction of Acids with MetalsReaction of Acids with Metal Carbonates and HydrogencarbonatesHydrogen Ion in Acids

Why should curd and sour substances not be kept in brass and copper vessels?

Which gas is usually liberated when an acid reacts with a metal? Illustrate with an example. How will you test for the presence of this gas?

Write word equations and then balanced equations for the reaction taking place when –

Compare the properties of acids and bases on the basis of chemical nature.