Glass lined vessels are not used for handling/storing__________________?
Correct answer: D. Hydrofluoric acid
- A. Dilute H2SO4
- B. Dilute HNO3
- C. Dilute HCl
- D. Hydrofluoric acid
Explanation
Hydrofluoric acid attacks glass by reacting with its silica, so glass-lined vessels are unsuitable for HF service. Glass linings generally resist dilute mineral acids such as hydrochloric and sulfuric acid much better.
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