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WAEC Chemistry 2020 Objective — Question 9

Question 9 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2020 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following metals reacts slowly with cold water?

  • A. CalciumCorrect
  • B. Silver
  • C. Iron
  • D. Potassium

Explanation

Potassium reacts readily with cold water; Calcium reacts slowly with cold water; Iron reacts, when hot, with steam; Silver shows no appreciable reaction with water.

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