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Why `Zn` reacts with dilute `H_(2)SO_(4)` to give `H_(2)` gas but `Cu` does not ?

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To understand why zinc reacts with dilute sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) to produce hydrogen gas (H₂), while copper does not, we can analyze the reactivity of these two metals in relation to hydrogen. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Reactants**: - The reactants in this scenario are zinc (Zn) and dilute sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄). 2. **Write the Reaction for Zinc**: ...
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