JAMB Chemistry 2013 Objective — Question 38
Question 38 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Aluminium containers are frequently used to transport trioxonitrate (V) acid because aluminium
- A. does not corrode
- B. has a silvery-white appearance
- C. has a low density
- D. does not react with the acidCorrect
Explanation
No matter how concentrated the acid is, aluminium does not react with trioxonitrate(V) acid — this is attributable to the formation of the protective aluminium oxide layer.
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