Activity Series of Metals
This worksheet covers the activity series of metals, including its definition, uses, and how to predict reaction outcomes.
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Activity Series of Metals Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Refer to your knowledge of the activity series of metals.
1. Which of the following metals is the MOST reactive?
Copper (Cu)
Zinc (Zn)
Gold (Au)
Potassium (K)
2. A more reactive metal will displace a less reactive metal from its compound in a solution. This is known as a:
Combination reaction
Decomposition reaction
Single displacement reaction
Double displacement reaction
1. The activity series is a list of metals arranged in order of decreasing .
2. Metals above hydrogen in the activity series can react with acids to produce gas.
1. Silver is more reactive than copper.
True
False
2. Sodium reacts violently with water because it is a very reactive metal.
True
False
1. Explain how the activity series can be used to predict whether a single displacement reaction will occur.
2. Briefly describe the relative reactivity of alkali metals compared to transition metals based on the activity series.