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  • Which Substance Reacts Rapidly with Water to Produce Hydrogen (H2)?
    The correct answer is (b) KH. Here's why:

    * KH (Potassium hydride) is a very reactive metal hydride. When it comes into contact with water, it undergoes a vigorous reaction, producing hydrogen gas (H₂) and potassium hydroxide (KOH):

    KH + H₂O → KOH + H₂

    Let's look at why the other options are incorrect:

    * NH₃ (Ammonia) is a weak base and does not readily react with water to produce hydrogen gas.

    * HF (Hydrogen fluoride) is a weak acid. While it reacts with water, it does not produce hydrogen gas. Instead, it forms hydronium ions (H₃O⁺) and fluoride ions (F⁻).

    * CH₄ (Methane) is a very stable alkane and does not react with water under normal conditions.

    * SF₆ (Sulfur hexafluoride) is an extremely unreactive compound and does not react with water.

    * F₂ (Fluorine) is a very reactive element and will react with water, but the reaction is complex and does not primarily produce hydrogen gas. It forms a mixture of products, including oxygen, hydrogen fluoride, and ozone.

    In summary, only KH reacts rapidly with water to produce hydrogen gas.

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