Metal Activity Series LAB

​Objective:
Determine the activity series of metals by making observations about the reactivity of compounds and elements.

​HS-PS1-2 Construct and revise an explanation for the outcome of a simple chemical reaction based on the outermost electron states of atoms, trends in the periodic table, and knowledge of the patterns of chemical properties.  Next Generation Science Standards High School Physical Science

Multiple Select

Safety First! Check all safety procedures that apply to this lab:

• Always wear gloves and goggles when working with chemicals.

• Wearing a lab coat can protect your clothes and skin from chemicals.

• If you get any chemicals on your skin, wash with water in the sink immediately.

• If you get any chemicals in your eyes, flush with water immediately.

• Gloves and goggles are optional.

Multiple Choice

Select the 3 stable, nonreactive metals found at the bottom of the activity series that are often used for jewelry.

• Ag, Au, and Pt

• Au, Ag, and Hg

• Pt, Hg, and Au

• Cu, Pb, and Al

Open Ended

Name two metals that are found toward the top of the activity series.

Multiple Choice

Based on the activity series, will this reaction occur?

Au (s) + HCl (l) →

• AuCl + H

• No Reaction

• AuCl + H_2

• Au₂Cl + H₂

Multiple Select

What signs of chemical change may be observed during a chemical reaction? Select all that apply.

• Bubbles forming

• Color change

• Metal dissolving into an aqueous state

• Temperature change

Draw

Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction of Zinc (Zn) with Iron Sulfate (FeSO4).