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What makes a metal reactive?

What makes a metal reactive?

When a metal reacts, its atoms lose electrons and form positive ions. A metal is more reactive when its atoms lose electrons and form positive ions more readily.

4.1.2 The reactivity series Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /4.1.2 The reactivity series

Step-by-step lessons covering AQA GCSE Chemistry 4.1.2 The reactivity series for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Nail the core quantitative topics — moles, balancing equations and calculations — early on, since they underpin higher-tier questions across every paper and topic.

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