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Question
Select the odd one out and justify your answer.
Fe, Pb, Al and Zn
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Solution
Pb
Lead reacts with dilute sulphuric acid or HCl and forms an insoluble coating of lead sulphate or lead chloride.
The others react with dilute sulphuric acid or HCl to liberate hydrogen.
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