Question

Assertion: Auric chloride `(AuCl_(3))` solution cannot be stored in a vessel made of copper, iron nickel, chromium, zinc or tin.
Reason: Gold is a very precious metal.
A. if both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.
B. If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
C. If assertion is true but reason is false
D. If the assertion and reason both are false.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - B
Gold has higher reduction potential that the given metals. Hence `AuCl_(3)` will react with these metals.