Which of the following metal evolves hydrogen on reacting with cold dilute HNO3?

(a) Mg 

(b) Al 

(c) Fe 

(d) Cu

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The correct option is: (a) Mg 

Explanation:

Mg reacts with nitric acid to give Mg(NO3)2 and evolves H2 

Mg + 2HNO3 → Mg(NO3)2 + H2

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