Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following liquids can dissolve noble metals such as gold and platinum?

Options:

Formic acid

Aqua regia

Acetic acid

Chloroform

Correct Answer:

Aqua regia

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2.Aqua regia.

The liquid that can dissolve noble metals such as gold and platinum is Aqua regia

Aqua regia is a mixture of concentrated nitric acid (HNO₃) and hydrochloric acid (HCl) in a 1:3 ratio. It is known for its ability to dissolve noble metals, including gold and platinum, which are otherwise resistant to corrosion by individual acids.