Reactivity Series of Metals - Zn, Fe, Cu, Al Displacement | Class 10 CBSE

To study the relative reactivity of Zn, Fe, Cu, and Al by observing displacement reactions and arrange them in decreasing order.

A displacement reaction occurs when a more reactive metal displaces a less reactive metal from its salt solution.

A + BC → AC + B
(If A is more reactive than B)

Copper sulphate is harmful if swallowed and irritates skin and eyes — wear gloves and never taste any solution.
Iron(II), zinc and aluminium sulphate solutions are irritants — rinse splashes off skin with plenty of water.
Metal strips can have sharp edges; lower them in with forceps rather than fingers.
Copper-bearing waste is toxic to aquatic life — pour used solutions into the labelled heavy-metal waste container, not down the sink.
Wear safety goggles and avoid touching your face during the experiment.

Select a salt solution first

Step 1: Choose Salt Solution

Add a salt solution to a tube, then choose a metal strip — you will predict the result before it is immersed.

Observation Log

Select a solution to begin...