Will Lead Nitrate and Copper React in the Presence of Sulfuric Acid?

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Homework Statement


will it have a reaction?


Homework Equations



Equation:
Pb(NO3)2 + Cu --->?


The Attempt at a Solution



Pb(NO3)2 + Cu ---> Pb(NO3)2 + Cu ------ Cu(NO3)2 + Pb
 
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In presence of conc. H2SO4, Cu(NO3)2 will be formed. It is the standard copper chips test for nitrates.