Chemical ChangesAQA

Displacement Reactions

Revise Displacement Reactions in Chemical Changes for GCSE Chemistry with 22 exam-style questions and 20 flashcards. Use the notes, sample questions, and flashcards below to connect this topic to the rest of your GCSE revision plan.

Sample Flashcards

What colour is bromine?
Orange/brown
What does OIL RIG stand for?
Oxidation Is Loss (of electrons), Reduction Is Gain (of electrons)

Exam questions for Displacement Reactions

Which statement correctly describes a displacement reaction?

  • A. A less reactive metal replaces a more reactive metal from its salt solution
  • B. A more reactive metal replaces a less reactive metal from its salt solution
  • C. Two metals both dissolve when placed in the same acid
  • D. A metal oxide breaks down when heated strongly
1 markfoundation

In the reaction between zinc and copper sulfate solution, explain which species is oxidised and which is reduced. Include half equations in your answer. [3 marks]

3 marksstandard

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