7.2.1 - Competitive Electron Transfer Reactions
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What happens when zinc is placed in copper nitrate solution?
💡 Hint: Consider what occurs during a displacement reaction.
Define oxidation in terms of electron transfer.
💡 Hint: Think about the meaning of the term 'loss' in oxidation.
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In a redox reaction, what does oxidation refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about OIL RIG: oxidation is loss.
True or False: Copper can oxidize zinc when both are placed in aqueous solution.
💡 Hint: Refer back to the metal activity series discussed earlier.
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Explain how electron competition affects the choice of metals in a battery design.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how energy output relates to reactivity trends.
Analyze the implications of zinc’s reactivity over copper in corrosion prevention applications.
💡 Hint: Consider the economic and practical aspects of choosing metals for constructions.
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