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JAMB Chemistry 1992 Question 37

Question 37

Metals and their Compounds

Sodium hydroxide solution can be conveniently stored in a container made of

  1. A.lead
  2. B.zinc
  3. C.aluminium
  4. D.copper
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (copper)

Explanation

Lead, zinc and aluminium are amphoteric metals that dissolve in sodium hydroxide. Copper does not react with alkali.