Lead dissolve most readily in
A. Acetic acid
B. Nitric acid
C. Sulphuric acid
D. Hydrochloric acid

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Correct Answer - B
Pb is slightly affected by dilute HCl or `H_(2)SO_(4)` because of the formation of a crust of insoluble lead chloride or sulphate on the surface of the metal which protects it from further attack. It dissolves in acetic acid in the presence of oxygen.

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