The most strongly reducing elements are listed at the top of the partial activity series table provided. Use the activity series to predict which reaction will occur. (LO 4.20) (a) (b) (c) (d)

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Identify the elements involved in the reactions and their positions in the activity series.

Recall that elements higher in the activity series are stronger reducing agents and will more readily lose electrons.

Compare the elements in each reaction to determine which one is higher in the activity series.

Predict that the reaction involving the element higher in the activity series will occur.

Select the reaction where the reducing agent is the strongest based on the activity series.

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