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Write balanced equations for the reactions of: i. Iron with steam, ii. Calcium and potassium with water |
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Answer» (I) Reaction of iron with steam: When red hot iron interacts with steam, formation of Iron (II, III) oxide and hydrogen takes place. 3Fe(s) + 4H2O(g) ⇾Fe3O4 (s)+ H2(g) (II) Reaction f calcium with water: Calcium reacts with cold water to form calcium hydroxide and hydrogen gas. Ca(s) + 2H2O(l) ⇾Ca(OH)2(aq.) + H2(g) (III) Reaction of potassium with water: Potassium reacts violently with cold water to produce potassium hydroxide and hydrogen gas. During the process, much heat is generated and hydrogen rapidly burns. 2K(s) + 2H2O (l) ⇾2KOH (aq.) +H2 (g) + heat 1 . Reaction of iron with steam : 3Fe(s) + 4H2O(g) → Fe3O4(aq)+ 4H2 (g) • Ferrous react with Steam to form iron / ferric oxide and liberates hydrogen gas . 2 . Reaction of clacium with water : Ca(s) + H2O(l) → Ca(OH)2(aq) + H2(g) • Calcium reacts with water and produce Calcuim hydroxide and liberates Hydrogen gas . 3 . Reaction of Potassium with water : 2K (s) + 2H2O(l) → 2KOH(aq) + H2(g) + Heat • Potassium reacts with water vigorously and produces Potassium hydroxide and hydrogen gas with large amount of heat . |
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