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The reaction 2NaOH + Zn -> Na2ZnO2 + H2 shows that

Question
The reaction 2NaOH + Zn -> Na2ZnO2 + H2 shows that
Zinc reacts only with acids
Zinc reacts with both an acid and a base
NaOH never reacts with metals
Zinc produces oxygen gas
Answer
Zinc reacts with both an acid and a base
Detailed Explanation
This reaction shows zinc reacting with the base sodium hydroxide, releasing hydrogen gas, in addition to reacting with acids.
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