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Standard IX
Chemistry
Preparation of Chlorine
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What is the product formed when zinc reacts with strong NaOH?

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Zinc oxide
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Zinc hydroxide
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Sodium zincate
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None of above
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Solution

The correct option is B Sodium zincate
Most metals do not react with strong bases. However, zinc is an exception to this property of metals. Zinc is atmospheric and hence it reacts with both acids and bases. Zinc reacts with NaOH in aqueous medium to produce sodium zincate.

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