Reactivity Series
The reactivity series is a list of metals arranged in order of their reactivity from highest to lowest. This series helps in predicting the relative reactivity of different metals and their ability to displace each other in reactions.
Key Points:
- Metals higher in the reactivity series can displace metals lower in the series from their compounds in a single displacement reaction.
- The reactivity series is a useful tool for predicting the outcomes of various chemical reactions involving metals.
- The reactivity series is based on experimental observations and helps in understanding the behavior of metals in chemical reactions.
Visual Representation:
In the image above, you can see a typical reactivity series of metals. The series starts with the most reactive metal, potassium, at the top and ends with the least reactive metal, gold, at the bottom. By referring to this series, one can determine the reactivity of various metals and predict the outcomes of their reactions.