Question

The following reaction does not proceed to form a product: H2O + Au---> no reaction. Why is that?. . A. Gold has a higher activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.. . B. Gold has a lower activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it.. . C. The reaction cannot occur because water is a reactant.. . D. The reaction proceeds too slowly to create products..

Answer 1

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option B. The following reaction does not proceed to form a product: H2O + Au---> no reaction because gold has a lower activity than hydrogen and cannot replace it. Hope this answers the question.