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Ch.4 - Reactions in Aqueous Solution
Brown - Chemistry: The Central Science 14th Edition
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Capitolo 4, Problema 55a,b

Using the activity series (Table 4.5), write balanced chemical equations for the following reactions. If no reaction occurs, write NR. (a) Iron metal is added to a solution of copper(II) nitrate (b) zinc metal is added to a solution of magnesium sulfate

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Identify the reactants: zinc metal (Zn) and magnesium sulfate (MgSO_4).
Use the activity series to compare the reactivity of zinc and magnesium. The activity series lists metals in order of decreasing reactivity.
Determine if zinc is more reactive than magnesium. If zinc is more reactive, it will displace magnesium from the sulfate compound.
Write the balanced chemical equation if a reaction occurs: Zn + MgSO_4 \(\rightarrow\) ZnSO_4 + Mg. If no reaction occurs, write NR.
Check the charges and balance the equation for both mass and charge to ensure it is balanced.

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Activity Series

The activity series is a list of metals ranked by their ability to displace other metals from solutions of their ions. Metals higher in the series can displace those lower in the series. This concept is crucial for predicting whether a reaction will occur when a metal is added to a solution containing another metal's ions.
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Activity Series Chart

Single Replacement Reaction

A single replacement reaction occurs when one element replaces another in a compound. In the context of the activity series, if a more reactive metal is introduced to a solution containing a less reactive metal's ions, a reaction will take place, resulting in the formation of a new compound and the release of the less reactive metal.
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Single Displacement Reactions

Balancing Chemical Equations

Balancing chemical equations involves ensuring that the number of atoms for each element is the same on both sides of the equation. This is essential for accurately representing the conservation of mass during a chemical reaction. In the case of a reaction or no reaction, the balanced equation reflects the stoichiometry of the reactants and products involved.
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