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Dilute nitric or sulfuric acid shows little reaction with aluminum, but hydrochloric acid dissolves it, giving off hydrogen gas. Remember too that aluminum forms a layer of oxide in air very quickly,which protects its surface. If you test for a reaction in acid, scratch the surface just before the test.

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