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Which amongst the following can be observed when zinc granules are added to dilute hydrochloric acid taken in a test tube?
Options:
A .  No change takes place
B .  The colour of the solution turns yellow
C .  A pungent smelling gas is liberated
D .  Small bubbles are formed
Answer: Option D
:
D
When zinc granules areadded todilute hydrochloric acid taken in a test tube, the zinc metal displaces the hydrogen from the acid and hydrogen gas comes out in the form of small bubbles. This is a displacement reaction. It occurs as follows:
Zn(s)+2HCl(aq)ZnCl2(aq)+H2(g)ZincHydrochloricZincHydrogenacidchloride

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