Single replacement/displacement
Further explanation
Given
Type involves free element
Required
Type of reaction
Solution
Single replacement/displacement occurs when a more active element replaces another less active element in the compound to form a new compound
The activity of this element can be seen from the voltaic series
Li-K-Ba-Ca-Na-Mg-Al-Mn- (H2O) -Zn-Cr-Fe-Cd-Co-Ni-Sn-Pb- (H) -Cu-Hg-Ag-Pt-Au
The more to the left, the element is more reactive (easily release electrons) and the stronger reducing agent
The general formula for single replacement :
A + BC ⇒ AC + B
From this general formula shows that there are 2 free elements on both sides (reactants and products)