NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Which metals are NOT attacked by concentrated nitric acid as mentioned in the paragraph?
Options
- ACopper and zinc
- BGold and platinum
- CIron and aluminum
- DSilver and lead
Correct answer
B. Gold and platinum
Step-by-step solution
The paragraph states that concentrated nitric acid is a strong oxidizing agent and attacks most metals except noble metals such as gold and platinum.