NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
How does concentrated nitric acid affect aluminum?
Options
- AIt dissolves aluminum completely.
- BIt has no effect on aluminum.
- CIt renders aluminum passive by forming a protective oxide layer.
- DIt causes aluminum to become highly reactive.
Correct answer
C. It renders aluminum passive by forming a protective oxide layer.
Step-by-step solution
Concentrated nitric acid renders aluminium passive by forming a protective oxide layer on the surface.