would silver react with dilute sulfuric acid? why? or why not?

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would silver react with dilute sulfuric acid? why? or why not?

2007-03-19 10:32:05 · 3 answers · asked by ♥y! answers_princess 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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No - it is said to "be below hydrogen in the reactivity series". Or that its electrode potential is positive. Take your pick!

2007-03-19 10:38:56 · answer #1 · answered by Gervald F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It would not react with dilute sulfuric acid due to it's highly unreactive nature. It is lower than hydrogen in the reactivity series. But it is more likely to be attacked by hot concentrated sulfuric acid.

2007-03-19 17:39:53 · answer #2 · answered by Samuel_007 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Virtually all ferrous and non-ferrous metals react with sulfuric acid. It is a powerful oxidant. Exceptions in pure forms are exotic metals such as gallium and titanium.

2007-03-19 17:39:47 · answer #3 · answered by opinionator 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋