The Reactivity Series Flashcards
1
Q
What is oxidised mean?
A
Something that gains oxygen.
2
Q
What is the reactivity series ?
A
1 potassium - most reactive 2 sodium 3 calcium 4 magnesium 5 Aluminium 6 carbon 7 zinc 8 iron 9 hydrogen 10 copper 11 silver 12 gold
3
Q
Why are the most reactive atoms reactive?
A
As they lose electrons easily, easily oxidised
4
Q
Why are the least reaction atoms less reactive?
A
As they don’t give up electrons easily and more resistant to oxidation
5
Q
How do determine a reactivity?
A
Reacting with water and dilute acid.
