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What gas is evolved when Magnesium reacts with dilute Hydrochloric acid?
AOxygen
BCarbon dioxide
CNitrogen
DHydrogen
✓ Correct Answer: D — Hydrogen
Metals react with dilute acids to produce a salt and hydrogen gas.
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