Question

From  the metals copper, iron, magnesium, sodium and zinc, select a different metal in each case which:
(a) Does not react with dilute hydrochloric acid
(b) Can form 2⁺ and 3⁺ ions
(c) Has a hydroxide that reacts with both acid and alkalis.
(d) Does not react with cold water, but reacts with steam when heated.

Answer 1

(a) Copper
(b) Iron
(c) Zinc
(d) Magnesium