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CHM 101 General Chemistry Objective Question

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Which of the following is an example of a displacement reaction?
Options
A 2H2O(l) → 2H2(g) + O2(g)
B Fe + CuSO4(aq) → FeSO4(aq) + Cu(s)
Correct Answer
C 2NaOH(s) → Na2O(s) + H2O(g)
D HCl(aq) + NaOH(aq) → NaCl(aq) + H2O(l)
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Fe + CuSO4(aq) → FeSO4(aq) + Cu(s) is a displacement reaction where iron displaces copper from copper sulfate.

Hint

Look for a reaction where one element replaces another in a compound.

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