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QJEEM16Ch7c84: JEE Main 2016 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM16Ch7c84 Solution: What will occur if a block of copper metal is dropped into a…
What will occur if a block of copper metal is dropped into a beaker containing a solution of 1M ZnSO4?
Multiple Choice Options
- A The copper metal will dissolve and zinc metal will be deposited.
- B The copper metal will dissolve with evolution of hydrogen gas.
- C The copper metal will dissolve with evolution of oxygen gas.
- D No reaction will occur.
Step-by-Step Verified Solution
In the reaction of copper with zinc ions, zinc is more active (easily oxidised) than copper; thus, no reaction will take place.