Generl Chem Looself&mod Mst/et&stdy Crd Pkg, 11/e
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Chapter 23, Problem 53E
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To determine the reason that why gold can dissolve in aqua regia solution but not silver.
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The term aqua regia refers to a corrosive mixture that consists of nitric acid and hydrochloric acid as well. The hydrochloric acid and the nitric acid are mixed in a 3:1 ratio.
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Generl Chem Looself&mod Mst/et&stdy Crd Pkg, 11/e
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