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Why should acidic substances not kept in brass and copper?

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Answered by nithishdamodharan
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Acidic substances should not be kept in metal utensils such as brass and copper because the acidic substances may react with the metal substance to form salt and hydrogen gas (H2). This may lead to the spoilage of the food substance.

Answered by Anonymous
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 <i> Curd and other sour substances contain acids. Therefore, when they are kept in brass and copper vessels, the metal reacts with the acid to liberate hydrogen gas and harmful products, thereby spoiling the food.

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