C4.1.6 - Reactivity of elements Flashcards
1
Q
How can the reaction of metals with water or with dilute hydrochloric acid be used?
A
It can be used to put metals in order of their reactivity
2
Q
What are metal displacement reactions?
A
A more reactive metal can displace a less reactive metal from solutions of its compounds
3
Q
What is the reactivity series of the metals?
A
Potassium Sodium Calcium Magnesium Aluminium Zinc Iron Tin Lead (Hydrogen) Copper Silver Gold Platinum
