Which of These Metals Is the Most Easily Oxidized

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of these metals is the most easily oxidized?
Cu
Au
Pt
Li
Hg

• A)Li
• B)Cu
• C)Au
• D)Pt
• E)Hg

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