Question 41
Metals and their CompoundsWhich of the following statements is incorrect?
- A.Calcium reacts with water to form calcium hydroxide
- B.Magnesium reacts very slowly with cold water but faster with warm water
- C.Iron will not react with water in the absence of air.
- D.Sodium reacts with water
- E.Copper reacts with steam.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (Copper reacts with steam.)
Explanation
Copper is below hydrogen in the activity series, so it does not react with water or steam.