The Reactivity Series Flashcards
1
Q
What is the reactivity series?
A
A list of metals in order of their reactivity
2
Q
What are the metals in order in the reactivity series?
A
Potassium Sodium Lithium Calcium Magnesium Carbon Zinc Iron Hydrogen Copper
3
Q
What is the word equation for when metals react in water?
A
metal + water = Metal Hydroxide + Hydrogen
4
Q
What is the word equation for when metals react with Acid?
A
Acid + Metal = Salt + Hydrogen
5
Q
What is an indication of the speed of a reaction?
A
Bubbles
