P-Block Elements Ques 72
Question: Lead pipes are corroded quickly by
[AFMC 1981]
Options:
A) Dil. $ H_2SO_4 $
B) Conc. $ H_2SO_4 $
C) Acetic acid
D) Water
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Organic acids dissolve lead in presence of oxygen $ Pb+2CH_3COOH+\frac{1}{2}O_2\to Pb{{(CH_3COO)}_2}+H_2O $