NEETChemistryHydrogen
What is the term used for metals like Pd and Pt that can absorb a significant volume of hydrogen and can be used for hydrogen storage?
Options
- AInterstitial hydrides
- BStoichiometric hydrides
- CNon-stoichiometric hydrides
- DSaline hydrides
Correct answer
A. Interstitial hydrides
Step-by-step solution
Metals like Pd and Pt, which can absorb a significant volume of hydrogen and are used for hydrogen storage, are termed interstitial hydrides.