The reactivity series lists metals in order of decreasing reactivity. Metals higher in the series are more reactive. In the given options, Zinc is more reactive than Iron, which is more reactive than Lead, which is more reactive than Copper.
Which one of the following is the correct reactivity series with water?
Asked in UPSC NDA 2 2022 · Topic: Metals, Minerals, Ores: Properties, Uses (Chemical properties of metals (reaction with oxygen, water, acids, bases, other metal salts))
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Answer: A. Zinc > Iron > Lead > Copper
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