Reactivity Series Flashcards
1
Q
When metals react they…
A
Lose electrons and form a positive ion
K ~> K+ + e-
2
Q
Reactivity of metals depends on…
A
Ability to lose electrons and form positive ion
3
Q
What are the groups that make up the reactivity series
A
3 elements from group 1
2 elements from group 2
1 element from group 3
Carbon
Transition metals (ZITL)
Hydrogen
Jewellery
4
Q
Name the first 7 elements in the reactivity series
A
Potassium
Sodium
Lithium
Calcium
Magnesium
Aluminium
Carbon
5
Q
After carbon, name the rest of the reactivity series
A
Zinc
Iron
Tin
Lead
Hydrogen
Copper
Silver
Gold
Platinum
6
Q
Where’s the most reactive and least reactive on the reactivity series
A
Top is most reactive (potassium)
Bottom is least reactive (platinum)
