Writing a science fiction novel

[MrMyagi]

Hey to be honest I am new and don't know very much about science. I don't know if this is even the right place to post this. I am writing a science fiction novel, and basically I want to know, if it is possible for a special element (go with me here) to destroy all types of metal without destroying things such as wood or brick or other things? Sound possible in a science fiction way?

 

[maverick_starstrider]

Are you simply considering a METALLIC acid? Which are pretty common btw.

i.e. there are many acids that will burn through certain metals but not standard "organic" stuff.

 

[maverick_starstrider]

Although this is by no means an "element" and the metal isn't getting "destroyed". There's just a certain chemical reaction going on. (and no, this isn't a quantum question, it'd probably be better posted in general chemistry)