4.5.3 - Single Displacement (Replacement) Reactions
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What happens in a single displacement reaction?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means to displace.
Give an example of a single displacement reaction.
💡 Hint: Consider common metals and compounds.
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What is a single displacement reaction?
💡 Hint: Think about the definition.
True or False: A less reactive metal can displace a more reactive metal.
💡 Hint: Recall the reactivity series.
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Given the reaction of sodium nitrate and zinc, describe the products formed and explain why sodium does not displace zinc.
💡 Hint: Refer to the reactivity series to compare the elements.
If copper wire is dipped in silver nitrate solution, what happens and why is this significant in understanding displacement reactions?
💡 Hint: Think about which metal is more reactive and remember the observations of displacement.
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