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The position of some metals in the electrochemical series in decreasing electropositive character is given below:
Mg > Al> Zn > Cu > Ag
What will happen if a copper spoon is used to stir a solution of aluminium nitrate?

A

The spoon will get coated with aluminium.

B

An alloy of copper and aluminium is formed.

C

The solution becomes blue.

D

There is no reaction.

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The correct Answer is:
D
Cu is less reactive than Al.
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