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Which of the following atoms will not react with water​

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Answer:

Among Na ,K , Pb , Li , The atom which does not react with water is :

Pb

Step-by-step explanation:

Li : Reacts slowly with water

Na ,K : Reacts vigorously with water

Pb : It does not reacts with water because :- Pb oxidize in presence of atmospheric oxygen to form lead oxide (PbO) . this PbO form a layer over the surface of Pb and make it inert to water.

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