Containers made of high silicon cast iron (14% Si) are not suitable for
the storage of
(A) Acetic acid
(B) Benzoic & boric acids
(C) Phosphoric acid (95%) & sulphuric acid (95%)
(D) Hydrochloric acid (concentrated)

1 Answer

Answer :

(D) Hydrochloric acid (concentrated)

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