Name two metals which will displace hydrogen from dilute acids, and two metals which will not.
An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound with a high melting point. This compound is also soluble in water. The element is likely to be
Metallic oxides of zinc, magnesium and copper were heated with the following metals.
Metal | Zinc | Magnesium | Copper |
Zinc oxide | - | - | - |
Magnesium oxide | - | - | - |
Copper oxide | - | - | - |
In which cases will you find displacement reactions taking place ?
Explain the meanings of malleable and ductile
Give an example of a metal which
$(i)$ is a liquid at room temperature.
$(ii)$ can be easily cut with a knife.
$(iii)$ is the best conductor of heat.
$(iv)$ is a poor conduct of heat.