The reactivity series Flashcards
1
Q
aqueous solution
A
solutions where the solvent is water
2
Q
when metals react what happens
A
they loose electrons and form a positive ion
3
Q
the reactivity of a metal depends on what
A
its ability to lose electrons and form a positive ion
4
Q
equation for metals reaction with water
A
metal + water -> metal hydroxide + hydrogen
5
Q
equation for metal reacting with acid
A
metal + acid -> salt + hydrogen
6
Q
acid reacting with metal carbonate
A
acid + metal carbonate -> salt + water + carbon dioxide
7
Q
acid reacting with metal hydroxide
A
acid + metal hydroxide -> salt + water
8
Q
acid reacting with metal oxides
A
acid + metal hydroxide -> salt + water
