Which of the following is not a property of silver that is important in black and white photography?
A) Silver halides are not soluble in water.
B) Silver metal is easily oxidized.
C) Silver halides undergo a redox reaction when exposed to light.
D) Silver ions will form stable, water-soluble complex ions.
E) Silver atoms catalyze the reduction of silver ions.

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The oxidation of silver metal is not a relevant property in black and white photography, as it is the behavior of silver compounds (such as silver halides) that is important. The other properties listed are all important in the formation and development of photographic images.

Which of the Following Is Not a Property of Silver