Q: Which one among the following statements for the reaction between a metal and nitric acid is not correct?
(a)Nitric acid acts as an oxidizing agent.
(b)Hydrogen liberated in the reaction is converted into water.
(c)Gaseous nitrogen is always obtained as a final product.
(d)Magnesium reacts with very dilute nitric acid to liberate hydrogen gas.
Correct Answer: (c)
The correct answer is (c): Gaseous nitrogen is always obtained as a final product.. Subject: Science & Technology | Sub-topic: Chemistry Note: This answer was determined through AI-based research. Verify against the official answer key when available.