Chapter 21, Problem 21.42QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

What reaction renders aluminum inert has to be explained.

Concept introduction:

• The chemical element aluminum is denoted by the formula is $\text{Al}$ and the atomic number of aluminum is 13.
• Aluminum occurs in silvery-white color.
• The most abundant element of earth’s crust, and frequently used in non-iron metals.
• It can make three covalent bonds with other atoms.