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Generally,acids react with metals to liberate hydrogen gas. However,this is applicable for only those metals whose position is below hydrogen in the electrochemical series. the series is as follows, F Au Pt Ag Hg Cu H Pb Sn Fe Zn Al Mg Na Ca K Li
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoAcid rain is caused by pollutants from the burning of fossil fuels. This combustion produces carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen. These chemicals react with the ones in the metal (iron) and corrode the structure away.
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∙ 13y agoit erodes it away just like it does to limsetone
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∙ 12y agoThe metal corrodes and the acid will eat into it.
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∙ 13y agoIron will corrode extremely quickly when reacting with acid rain.
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∙ 14y agoDepends on which kind of metal
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What will happen if you mix gasoline and sulfuric acid together?
Don't try this, under any circumstances. Sulphuric acid is a very strong acid, and will cause great damage.
Can an acid cause severe burns and tissue damage?
It depends on the type of acid and the concentration of it. Acetic acid diluted as vinegar might just cause some minor irritation, while pure acetic acid can cause a burn scab. Citric acid from apple juice won't burn you, but one drop of sulfuric acid in the laboratory leaves a terrible burn.
How can you damage soil?
pour acid on it and stuff and pee on it
One cause of acid rain is the burning of coal that contains a lot of?
Acid rain is a result of chemicals such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, often contained in coal, mixing and reacting with the oxygen, hydrogen, and water in the air resulting in acid such as sulfuric acid and nitric acids. The result is the acids dissolved in the rain drops. This acid rain can have corrosive effect on plant and animal life as well as man made art and structures. Carbon Water
What does acid rain do to grass?
Acid rain can slow the growth of grass and kill the grass. Acid rain also decays buildings and other structures, such as the old buildings in Greece are falling apart because of the acid rain.
What man made structures is most susceptible to damage by acid precipitation?
Structures made of limestone and marble are susceptible to damage by acid precipitation. Structures made of iron and copper materials are also susceptible.
Can acid cause sever burns and tissue damage?
Yes, both an acid and base can cause severe burns and tissue damage!
Which can cause tissue damage. Acid or bases?
Both acids and bases can cause tissue damage.
Where does acid rain affect most?
Acid rain does most damage to inner city area to stone buildings and other structures.
Does divalproex sodium cause liver damage?
Valproic acid and divalproex sodium may cause liver damage
Car battery acid inhaled by a human being?
Battery acid contains 33.5% Sulfuric Acid. Sulfuric acid is very corrosive. Inhaling this acid can cause severe damage to the respiratory system and tooth damage.
Can acid rain hurt organism?
Yes it can cause serious damage.
How can throwing up cause damage to your esophagus?
Stomach acid can cause damage to one's teeth. It can also irritate the esophagus, which in the case of acid reflux, can permanently change the cellular makeup (Barret's Disease) of the esophagus.
What acid rain does to the environment?
It harms the enviroment and can cause damage to you as well if your not careful.
How can sulfuric acid be both a result and a cause?
It is both result and cause because....... it is a result because the the sulfric acid combines together with coal and nitrogen acid. it is a cause because it can damage house and it's so acid plants no alive. :D
What are the disadvantages of muriatic acid?
One of the main disadvantages of muriatic acid is that is contains hydrochloric acid. Muriatic acid can damage metals and also cause burns on the skin.
Does phosphoric acid cause damage to teeth?
Yes, the phosphoric acid found in soda and other processed foods can dissolve the main constituent of enamel, which protects the teeth. Other acids like hydrochloric acid and citric acid do similar damage.
