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Lead is not affected by dil. HCl in the cold because :

Correct answer: D. Both A and C

  • A. A protective coating of PbCl2 is formed on the metal
  • B. Pb is less electropositive than H2
  • C. PbO film is formed which resists chemical attack by the acid.
  • D. Both A and C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option D. Lead is not affected by dilute HCl in the cold because both a protective coating of PbCl2 and a thin layer of lead oxide (PbO) are formed on the metal. These layers act as barriers that protect the lead from further reaction with the acid. Option A alone is not sufficient as PbO also plays a role in preventing the reaction. Option B is incorrect because the electropositivity comparison is not the primary reason for lead's lack of reaction with dilute HCl. Option C is partially correct but does not provide the complete explanation.

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