Question

Zn + CuSO$_4$ $\rightarrow$ ZnSO$_4$ + Cu, the above reaction is an example of:

• A. Combination reaction
• B. Displacement reaction
• C. Double displacement reaction
• D. Decomposition reaction \bigskip

Hint:

In a displacement reaction, one element replaces another in a compound. The more reactive element always displaces the less reactive one.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The given reaction involves zinc (Zn) reacting with copper sulfate (CuSO$_4$), resulting in the displacement of copper (Cu) by zinc. This type of reaction is called a displacement reaction, where a more reactive element displaces a less reactive element from a compound.