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Published on: August 13, 2026
Hot conc. 
acts as moderately strong oxidising agent. It oxidises both metals and non
metals. Which of the following element is oxidised by conc. 
into two gaseous products?
A
Cu
B
C
C
D
Zn
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
is a moderately strong oxidising agent which oxidises both metals and non-metals as
shown below
While carbon.on oxidation with 
produces two types of oxides 
and 
.
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