If metal A displaces metal B from an aqueous solution of its salt, which conclusion is correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Metal A is more reactive than metal B
A displacement reaction occurs when a more reactive metal removes a less reactive metal from its salt solution. If A displaces B from an aqueous solution of a B salt, A must be above B in the reactivity series and therefore is more reactive. Hence option D is correct. If B were more reactive, it would remain in solution while A could not displace it; equal reactivity would not produce this displacement.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Metal A is more reactive than metal B
Why is this the correct answer?
A displacement reaction occurs when a more reactive metal removes a less reactive metal from its salt solution. If A displaces B from an aqueous solution of a B salt, A must be above B in the reactivity series and therefore is more reactive. Hence option D is correct. If B were more reactive, it would remain in solution while A could not displace it; equal reactivity would not produce this displacement.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: Metals and Non-metals. Topic: Reactivity series.
