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Because platinum is inert to many chemicals.

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Is platinum a heterogeneous mixture?

Platinum (Pl) is not a mixture. It is an element. It consists only of itself.


What is the reaction equation of electrolysis of water with copper electrodes?

The reaction equation for the electrolysis of water using copper electrodes is: 2H2O(l) -> 2H2(g) + O2(g). At the cathode, hydrogen gas is produced, while at the anode, oxygen gas is produced. Copper electrodes do not participate in the reaction, they only serve as conductors for the flow of electrons.


How can one remove platinum from a catalytic converter?

Removing platinum from a catalytic converter involves a process called "decanning," where the converter is cut open and the platinum is extracted using specialized equipment. This process requires expertise and should only be done by professionals to ensure safety and proper handling of the valuable metal.


Which is less reactive gold or platinum?

Platinum is less reactive, by reacting with aqua regia only in the hot while gold not. Platinum potassium cyanide is not known while Gold potassium cyanide is obtained quite simply. In contrast, Platinum is somewhat lower on the electromotive scale - 1.2v against 1.5-1.6v for gold


Why only platinum is used in borax bead test?

Platinum is used in the borax bead test because it is chemically inert and does not react with the substances being tested. This allows for accurate observation of color changes that indicate the presence of certain metal ions. Additionally, platinum is malleable and can easily be shaped into a small loop for the test.

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Why is not used in three electrodes in batteries?

it will be useless to use 3 electrodes. IT IS WASTE OF MONEY.Two , three or four electrodes can be used but it only increases the rate of reaction.


Why are certain tungsten electrodes manufactured with thorium?

An alloy for electrodes containing only 1-2 % thorium has a greater melting point.


Is export of welding electrodes banned to Iran 'Islamic Republic of' from India?

Welding electrodes are allowed to import goods to Iran. Only imports of luxury goods areillegal in Iran.


Where is regirock in diamond platinum and HeartGold?

its only in pokemon platinum


What towns in platinum begin with c?

Platinum? The only "platinum" i think you're referring to is Pokemon platinum. If that's true, then celestial town.


How many reagons are there in Pokemon Platinum?

there is only 1 region in platinum and that is sinnoh


How many valence electrons platinum does have?

Platinum only has one valence electron


Is an EEG painful?

No, Not at all. Electrodes are secured to the head with water soluble glue. The electrodes measure electrical activity of the brain and this is recorded on a tracing on paper. After the test is completed, the electrodes are removed.


Can you get Dialga in Pokemon perla?

No you cannot. You can only catch Dialga in Pokemon diamond and platinum. Although you can only catch palkia in pearl and platinum.


Did illmatic reach double platinum?

Nope, it sold 1,875,000 copies reaching only platinum.


Where do you find exeggucute in platinum and platinum only?

You can find exeggcute in the Great Marsh in Pastoria City


Where do you get Elekid in Pokemon Platinum?

The only way you can get an Elekid in Pokemon Platinum is by breeding an Electabuzz or Electivire.