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What does it mean for a metal to be described as 'reactive'?
What does it mean for a metal to be described as 'reactive'?
Which of these is NOT a property of a highly reactive metal?
Which of these is NOT a property of a highly reactive metal?
What is the significance of the reactivity series of metals?
What is the significance of the reactivity series of metals?
How does the reactivity of a metal influence its extraction from an oxide?
How does the reactivity of a metal influence its extraction from an oxide?
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According to the provided text, what are some potential reactions that metals can participate in?
According to the provided text, what are some potential reactions that metals can participate in?
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What do metals produce when they react with water?
What do metals produce when they react with water?
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What notable visual effect occurs when potassium reacts with water?
What notable visual effect occurs when potassium reacts with water?
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What happens to potassium when added to water?
What happens to potassium when added to water?
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What safety hazard can occur during the reaction of potassium with water?
What safety hazard can occur during the reaction of potassium with water?
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Which of the following statements about the displacement of metals is accurate?
Which of the following statements about the displacement of metals is accurate?
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Which of these metal-acid reactions would produce hydrogen gas?
Which of these metal-acid reactions would produce hydrogen gas?
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A metal 'X' is placed in hydrochloric acid, and a salt is formed, along with hydrogen gas, this is a relatively fast reaction. Which of these metals is a possible candidate for metal 'X'?
A metal 'X' is placed in hydrochloric acid, and a salt is formed, along with hydrogen gas, this is a relatively fast reaction. Which of these metals is a possible candidate for metal 'X'?
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During the reaction of a metal with an acid, what is the primary factor determining the salt produced?
During the reaction of a metal with an acid, what is the primary factor determining the salt produced?
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Which of these metals would likely displace lead from a solution of lead nitrate?
Which of these metals would likely displace lead from a solution of lead nitrate?
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Which of these correctly represents the products of the reaction between zinc and sulfuric acid?
Which of these correctly represents the products of the reaction between zinc and sulfuric acid?
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What is formed when a metal reacts with oxygen?
What is formed when a metal reacts with oxygen?
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What determines the speed of a metal's reaction with oxygen?
What determines the speed of a metal's reaction with oxygen?
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Using the provided zinc reaction as an example, if 4 moles of $Zn$ reacted with excess $O_2$, how many moles of $ZnO$ would be formed?
Using the provided zinc reaction as an example, if 4 moles of $Zn$ reacted with excess $O_2$, how many moles of $ZnO$ would be formed?
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In the reaction between a metal and oxygen, which substance is reduced?
In the reaction between a metal and oxygen, which substance is reduced?
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A metal 'M' is able to displace lead from a lead oxide. What does this indicate about the reactivity of metal 'M'?
A metal 'M' is able to displace lead from a lead oxide. What does this indicate about the reactivity of metal 'M'?
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What role does a salt solution play in the process of iron rusting?
What role does a salt solution play in the process of iron rusting?
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What is the primary function of ferroxyl indicator in demonstrating the rusting of iron?
What is the primary function of ferroxyl indicator in demonstrating the rusting of iron?
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During the rusting of iron, what does the formation of a pink color with ferroxyl indicator signify?
During the rusting of iron, what does the formation of a pink color with ferroxyl indicator signify?
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Why is rust described as a 'weaker, flaky brown compound'?
Why is rust described as a 'weaker, flaky brown compound'?
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What is the relationship between the reactivity series and the displacement of metals?
What is the relationship between the reactivity series and the displacement of metals?
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In the experiment described, why does the iron nail wrapped in copper corrode more than the bare nail?
In the experiment described, why does the iron nail wrapped in copper corrode more than the bare nail?
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Why does wrapping an iron nail in magnesium prevent it from corroding?
Why does wrapping an iron nail in magnesium prevent it from corroding?
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What is the primary disadvantage of using paint or grease to protect iron from corrosion?
What is the primary disadvantage of using paint or grease to protect iron from corrosion?
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Which of these is the most accurate description of the process of electrochemical protection for metals?
Which of these is the most accurate description of the process of electrochemical protection for metals?
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Why do bashed or scratched tin cans rust more quickly than undamaged ones?
Why do bashed or scratched tin cans rust more quickly than undamaged ones?
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What is the main purpose of galvanising iron?
What is the main purpose of galvanising iron?
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How does a more reactive metal provide 'chemical' protection when used to coat iron?
How does a more reactive metal provide 'chemical' protection when used to coat iron?
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Given the information provided, which of these metals would be best to use as a sacrificial coating for iron?
Given the information provided, which of these metals would be best to use as a sacrificial coating for iron?
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Which method is appropriate for extracting very reactive metals from their ores?
Which method is appropriate for extracting very reactive metals from their ores?
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What is a common characteristic of unreactive metals regarding their extraction from ores?
What is a common characteristic of unreactive metals regarding their extraction from ores?
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Which of the following metals can be extracted using carbon due to its reactivity level?
Which of the following metals can be extracted using carbon due to its reactivity level?
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What happens to metal ions during the reduction process in metal extraction?
What happens to metal ions during the reduction process in metal extraction?
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In the context of metal extraction, what role does carbon play when used with reactive metals?
In the context of metal extraction, what role does carbon play when used with reactive metals?
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Study Notes
Reactivity of Metals
- Metals vary in their reactivity, influencing their chemical reactions.
- Reactivity series ranks metals by reactivity, from most to least reactive. This series is crucial for predicting and understanding metal behavior. Highly reactive metals readily undergo chemical reactions.
- Less reactive metals show minimal reaction tendencies.
- Highly reactive metals can displace less reactive metals from their compounds, crucial for metal extraction.
- Magnesium is a highly reactive metal, burning brightly in air (white flame).
- Sodium (freshly cut) reacts quickly with oxygen in air, changing from shiny to dull white.
- Gold and platinum are unreactive, unaffected even by high temperatures (Bunsen burner).
- Reactivity affects reactions with water, acids, and oxygen.
- Metal hydroxides and hydrogen gas form when metals react with water.
- Potassium reacts violently with water, producing a lilac flame. Melting, rapid movement on the water surface, self-ignition (metal and hydrogen), and potential explosion occur.
- When metals react with oxygen, metal oxides are formed.
- The speed of the reaction depends on the metal's reactivity.
- Iron reacts with oxygen and water to form rust.
- Connecting a more reactive metal (higher in the reactivity series) protects iron from corrosion.
- A less reactive metal (lower in the series) speeds up iron rusting by accepting electrons.
- Metal ores are naturally occurring rocks containing metals or metal compounds in sufficient amounts to make extraction worthwhile.
- The method for extracting a metal depends on its reactivity and the stability of its ore.
- Extraction involves metal ions gaining electrons to form metal atoms.
- Ores of unreactive metals (e.g., silver) require only heating to obtain the metal.
- Ores of reactive metals (e.g., iron, zinc) require heating with carbon or carbon monoxide for extraction because these are more reactive than the metal of interest.
- Copper is a less reactive metal than zinc, iron, tin, and lead, which are also extractable with carbon.
- Ores of very reactive metals involve melting and electrolysis with a direct current supply. Positive metal ions are attracted to the negative electrode, accepting electrons. This applies to less reactive metals as well, and copper can be extracted by this method.
Reactions with Acids
- Reactivity series lists metals from most to least reactive.
- Reactive metals can displace less reactive metals from their compounds, useful in metal extraction.
- Metals reacting with acids yield a metal salt and hydrogen gas.
- Observing reaction speed helps compare metal reactivity.
- Reaction with acids becomes faster with increasing metal reactivity.
- The produced salt depends on the used acid; salt naming follows specific rules.
- Equations for specific metal-acid reactions (e.g., magnesium with hydrochloric acid) can be written.
- Metals above hydrogen in the electrochemical series react with acids.
Reactions with Oxygen
- The reactivity series orders metals from most to least reactive.
- A metal can displace a less reactive metal from its compounds. This plays a critical role in extracting metals from their oxides.
- The reaction between a metal and oxygen produces a metal oxide.
- The speed of this reaction varies based on the metal's reactivity.
- Zinc and oxygen react to form zinc oxide (2 Zn(s) + O2(g) → 2 ZnO(s)).
Corrosion of Metals (Specific to Iron)
- Iron corrodes when exposed to air and moisture, forming rust.
- Rust is a flaky, brown compound.
- Saltwater speeds up rusting by acting as an electrolyte.
- Electrolytes allow more electron transfer in the corrosion process.
- Ferroxyl indicator changes color (blue) to reveal the presence of iron ions, even before rust is visibly seen.
- Rusting involves the loss of electrons by iron atoms, and gain of those electrons by water and oxygen molecules.
- Iron rusting is a chemical reaction between iron, water, and oxygen, creating iron oxides.
- Wrapping iron with a less reactive metal prevents corrosion.
- Physical barriers (paint, grease) prevent corrosion by stopping oxygen and water access.
- Coating iron with a less reactive metal (e.g., tin, zinc) protects it from corrosion. Tin coating is common on steel (iron) cans.
- A less reactive layer corrodes preferentially, protecting the underlying iron.
- Zinc coating (galvanizing) prevents iron corrosion due to its reactivity (sacrificial protection).
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Test your knowledge on the reactivity of metals and understand how different metals react in various chemical situations. Explore the reactivity series and learn about highly reactive metals like magnesium and sodium, as well as less reactive metals such as gold and platinum.
