Chapter 5, Problem 110RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

According to the activity series, the metals which react with non-oxidizing acids are to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Non-oxidizing acids are acids in which anions are the weaker oxidizing agents rather than hydronium $\left({\text{H}}_{\text{3}}{\text{O}}^{+}\right)$ ions.

Examples of non-oxidizing acids are $\text{HCl}$ and ${\text{H}}_{\text{3}}{\text{PO}}_{\text{4}}$.