Reactivity series Flashcards

1
Q

state all elements in the reactivity series from most to least reactive

A
K 
Na
Ca
Mg
Al
C
Zn
Fe
Sn
Pb
H
Cu
Ag
Au
Pt
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2
Q

how are elements above carbon extracted?

A

by electrolysis of their molten chloride or oxide and large amounts of electricity

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3
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how are elements below carbon extracted?

A

by heating with carbon which acts as a reducing agent or carbon monoxide in a blast furnace

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