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When zinc metal is treated with a dilute solution of a strong acid, a gas is evolved, which is utilised in the hydrogenation of oil. Name the gas evolved. Write the chemical equation of the reaction involved and also write a test to detect the gas formed. .QPI #PUYGT 3WGUVKQPU

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When zinc reacts with dilute solution of strong acid, it forms salt and hydrogen gas is evolved. Zn + 2HCl o ZnCl2 + H2 When a burning splinter is brought near the mouth of the test tube, the gas burns with a pop sound. Long Answer Questions