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5.1.2 Displacement reactions as redox reactions
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Displacement and electron transfer

Displacement and electron transfer

A displacement reaction occurs when a more reactive metal takes the place of a less reactive metal in a compound. The more reactive metal atoms lose electrons and become positive ions.

5.1.2 Displacement reactions as redox reactions Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 5.1.2 Displacement reactions as redox reactions. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. 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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