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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q23

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Identify the acid that convert zinc into zinc sulphate.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Sulphuric Acid

  • Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) is the acid that converts zinc into zinc sulfate.
  • The reaction between zinc and sulfuric acid results in the formation of zinc sulfate and the liberation of hydrogen gas.
  • The chemical equation for this reaction is:
  • Zn + H2SO4 →ZnSO4 + H2.
  • Zn+H2SO4 →ZnSO4 + H2.