Reactivity series

What is the purpose of the reactivity series of metals?

• To measure the weight of metals

• To study the chemistry of metals

• To extract metals from their oxides

• To determine the color of metals

How can a group of metals be placed in order of reactivity?

• By analyzing their reactions with water and acids

• By measuring their melting points

• By observing their conductivity

• By studying their magnetic properties

Which elements are included in the reactivity series along with metals?

• Sulfur and phosphorus

• Oxygen and nitrogen

• Hydrogen and carbon

• Helium and neon

What mnemonic can be used to remember the reactivity series?

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Which metals react with cold water to form metal hydroxide and hydrogen gas?

• Iron, copper, and gold

• Lead, zinc, and tin

• Potassium, sodium, and calcium

• Silver, magnesium, and aluminum

Which metals react with steam to form metal oxide and hydrogen gas?

• Copper

• Silver

• Gold

• Magnesium

Which metals react with dilute acids?

• Metals just below calcium in the reactivity series

• All metals react with dilute acids

• Metals above hydrogen in the reactivity series

• Metals below hydrogen in the reactivity series

What is formed when metals react with oxygen?

• Metal sulfide

• Metal carbonate

• Metal hydroxide

• Metal oxide

Which metals react easily with oxygen?

• Metalloids

• Noble metals

• Transition metals

• Alkali metals

Which metals react explosively with acids?

• Magnesium and aluminum

• Potassium and sodium

• Gold and silver

• Iron and copper