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Dilute hydrochloric acid is added to granulated zinc taken in a test tube. The following observation are recorded. Point out the correct observation:

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20%[A] The surface of metal becomes Shiny ( 1 voter )
0%[B] The reaction mixture turns milky
20%[C] Odour of a pungent smelling gas is recorded ( 1 voter )
60%[D] A colourless and odourless gas is evolved ( 3 voters )
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The chemical reaction between dilute hydrochloric acid and granulated zinc is represented as:
Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl₂ + H₂ ↑
The product zinc chloride, does not turn the reaction milky. Hydrogen gas evolved is colourless and odourless and released by the formation of bubbles.

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  1. ANSWER: [D]

    Explanation: The chemical reaction between dilute hydrochloric acid and granulated zinc is represented as:

    Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl₂ + H₂ ↑

    The product zinc chloride, does not turn the reaction milky. Hydrogen gas evolved is colourless and odourless and released by the formation of bubbles. Hence, your answer will be option [D].

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