Single Replacement Reactions and Ionic Compounds

In this video, Michael from Conquer Chemistry explains single replacement reactions, where an ionic compound reacts with an element or a compound made of a single element, resulting in a new ionic compound and an element. He demonstrates this through three examples: zinc oxide with sodium, sodium iodide with bromine, and magnesium with hydrochloric acid. Each example involves assigning charges, using the crisscross method to balance charges, and ensuring the reaction is balanced. The video concludes with a recap and encourages viewers to engage with the content and seek further tutoring if needed.

What is a single replacement reaction?

• A reaction where two ionic compounds exchange ions.

• A reaction where a compound breaks down into two or more elements.

• A reaction where an ionic compound reacts with an element or a compound made of a single element.

• A reaction where two elements combine to form a compound.

In the reaction between zinc oxide and sodium, what is the charge of zinc in the ionic compound?

• -1

• +2

• -2

• +1

What method is used to balance the charges in the reaction between zinc oxide and sodium?

• Addition method

• Multiplication method

• Crisscross method

• Substitution method

In the reaction between sodium iodide and bromine, what is the charge of bromine if it were to be in an ionic compound?

• +1

• -2

• +2

• -1

What is the state of iodine in its standard form?

• Liquid

• Gas

• Aqueous

• Solid

In the reaction between magnesium and hydrochloric acid, what is the charge of magnesium in an ionic compound?

• -2

• +1

• +2

• -1

What is the product formed when magnesium reacts with hydrochloric acid?

• MgCl

• Mg2Cl2

• MgCl2

• Mg2Cl

What is the state of hydrogen gas in its standard form?

• Gas

• Aqueous

• Liquid

• Solid

What is the general outcome of a single replacement reaction?

• A compound breaks down into its elements.

• An ionic compound and an element or a compound made of a single element are formed.

• Two ionic compounds are formed.

• Two elements are formed.

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