The following reaction does not proceed to form a product: HNO3 + Cu → no reaction. Why?

A) Copper has a lower activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.

B) The reaction proceeds too slowly to create products.

C) Copper has a higher activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.

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Rubi Yang

13 August, 22:07

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Maximus Patel · Answer 1

A) Copper has a lower activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.

The following reaction does not proceed to form a product: HNO3 + Cu → no reaction. Why?A) Copper has a lower activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.B) The reaction proceeds too slowly to create products.C) Copper has a higher activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.