Question

why does cu react with hno3 even though it is less reactive than hydrogen ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Nitric acid reacts with copper because of nitrate ion.

Explanation:

It is the nitrate ion which causes copper to dissolve and not the hydrogen.

Answer 2

Answer:

Please refer to the picture.

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