Grade 9 – Chemical Reactions 1 – Answers

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 3D Model
Write down the reactions for each of the models you see.
Click to play the model, click E to reveal the answer and click F to go to the next one.

Think-Pair-Share
Think: What happens when metals react with water, and are all metals equally reactive with
water?

Pair: Discuss with a partner whether you can think of metals that react vigorously with water
and those that don’t.

Share: Share your findings with the class and explain the concept of the reactivity series and its
role in metal-water reactions.

When metals react with water, the nature of the reaction and the degree of reactivity can vary
significantly depending on the type of metal. Not all metals are equally reactive with water.

1. **Reactive Metals:** Some metals, such as sodium and potassium, are highly reactive with
water. When these metals come into contact with water, they react vigorously, often leading
to the metal catching fire or even exploding. The reaction between these metals and water is
so intense because they displace hydrogen from water molecules, forming metal hydroxides
and releasing hydrogen gas.

2. **Moderately Reactive Metals:** Metals like magnesium and calcium are moderately
reactive with water. They react with water at a slower rate compared to highly reactive
metals, but they still release hydrogen gas and form metal hydroxides as products of the
reaction.

3. **Less Reactive Metals:** Metals such as aluminum and zinc are less reactive with water.
They have a protective oxide layer on their surface that prevents further reaction with water.
These metals may react with steam (hot water vapor) to a limited extent, but they do not
typically react with cold water.
4. **Inert Metals:** Some metals, including copper, silver, and gold, are considered inert
regarding water. They do not react significantly with water, whether it is in the form of cold
water or steam. This is because they have stable structures and do not readily displace
hydrogen from water molecules.

In summary, the reactivity of metals with water varies widely. Highly reactive metals react
vigorously with water, while moderately reactive metals do so at a slower rate. Less reactive
metals have protective layers that limit their reaction with water, and inert metals do not
react significantly with water under normal conditions. Understanding this variability in
reactivity is important in chemistry and has practical implications in various industrial and
scientific contexts.