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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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