Acids Reacting With Metals Flashcards
1
Q
When reacting with dilute acids, copper does not react at all because …
A
It is less reactive than hydrogen.
2
Q
The speed of the reaction with a metal is indicated by…
A
The rate of hydrogen bubbles given off.
3
Q
How can hydrogen be indicated?
A
By placing a burning splint above the solution to hear a squeaky pop.
4
Q
What is the reactivity series?
A
Magnesium, aluminium, zinc, iron, copper.
5
Q
Hydrochloric acid always produces…
A
Chloride salts.
6
Q
Sulphuric acid always produces…
A
Sulfate salts
7
Q
Acid + metal oxide or hydroxide =
A
Salt + water
8
Q
Acid + metal carbonate =
A
Salt + water + carbon dioxide
Can be shown with limewater test.
9
Q
Acid + metal =
A
Salt + hydrogen.
