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Paper 4 structured question: Reactivity series

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Displacement reactions of metals.

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Displacement Reaction Example

When zinc is placed in copper sulfate solution, zinc displaces copper. This reaction demonstrates the relative reactivity of the two metals.

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    Discuss the outcome of the reaction between zinc and copper sulfate.

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Paper 4 structured question: Reactivity series

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Reactivity Series

The reactivity series ranks metals based on their ability to displace others in reactions. The series includes magnesium, zinc, iron, copper, and silver.

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    State the order of reactivity of the metals listed.

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