D-And F-Block Elements Ques 186

Question: A metal when left exposed to the atmosphere for some time becomes coated with green basic carbonate. The metal in question is

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Options:

A) Copper

B) Nickel

C) Silver

D) Zinc

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

$ 2Cu+CO_2+H_2O+O_2\to \underset{\text{Basic copper carbonate}}{\mathop{CuCO_3.Cu{{(OH)}_2}}}, $



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