Question
Question: Both Be and Al become passive on reaction with conc. nitric acid due to :...
Both Be and Al become passive on reaction with conc. nitric acid due to :
A
The non-reactive nature of the metal
B
The non-reactive nature of the acid
C
The formation of an inert layer oxide on the surface of the metals
D
None of these
Answer
The formation of an inert layer oxide on the surface of the metals
Explanation
Solution
Both Be and Al are rendered passive due to formation of inert, insoluble and impervious oxide layer on their surface.