The gas generated on reacting zinc with dilute sulphuric acid is :

The gas generated on reacting zinc with dilute sulphuric acid is :

Argon
Helium
Hydrogen
Nitrogen
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UPSC CAPF – 2023
When a reactive metal like zinc reacts with a dilute acid like sulphuric acid, it displaces hydrogen from the acid. The reaction is: Zn(s) + H₂SO₄(aq) -> ZnSO₄(aq) + H₂(g). This reaction produces zinc sulphate (a salt) and hydrogen gas.
Active metals react with dilute acids to produce hydrogen gas and a salt.
This is a standard method for preparing hydrogen gas in the laboratory. The hydrogen gas can be tested by bringing a burning splint near it; it will burn with a pop sound.
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