redoxsingle displacementirreversible
Redox single displacement Zn/Cu
Zn + CuSO4 -> ZnSO4 + Cu
Zn + CuSO4 -> ZnSO4 + Cu
Reactants: Zn + CuSO4Products: ZnSO4 + Cu
Conditions: aqueous
| Element | Reactants | Products | Balanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zn | 1 | 1 | ✓ |
| Cu | 1 | 1 | ✓ |
| S | 1 | 1 | ✓ |
| O | 4 | 4 | ✓ |
Observable changes
Observable changes as per reaction type — gas evolution, precipitate, color change, or temperature change.
Particle interpretation
Particle view: atoms rearrange, bonds break and form, conserving atoms and charge.
Stoichiometry
Stoichiometric ratios from balanced coefficients.
Safety
Do not attempt hazardous preparations without training. Consult SDS and local safety rules.