Metal Reactivity Series Flashcard

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What is the product of the reaction between magnesium and hydrochloric acid?

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Magnesium chloride and hydrogen gas.

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Complete the reaction: 4Fe (s) + 3O2 (g) --> ?

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2Fe2O3 (s)

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Which metal does not displace hydrogen gas from dilute acids?

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Copper (Cu)

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Which of the following metals does not react with water?

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Lead (Pb)

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Complete the reaction: 2Cu (s) + O2 (g) --> ?

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2CuO (s)

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What is the reactivity series?

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A list of metals arranged in order of decreasing reactivity.

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What is a displacement reaction?

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A reaction where a more reactive metal displaces a less reactive metal from its compound.

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What happens when zinc reacts with hydrochloric acid?

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Zinc chloride and hydrogen gas are produced.

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What is the general reaction of a metal with oxygen?

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Metal + Oxygen --> Metal Oxide.

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What is the significance of the reactivity series in predicting reactions?

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It helps to predict which metals can displace others in reactions.