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| Question: | 1g Potassium (K) + 400ml Water (H2O) |
| Solution: | Potassium hydroxide (KOH) and hydrogen gas (H2) |
| Chemical Equation: | 2K(s) + 2H2O(l) → 2KOH(aq) + H2(g) |
| Explanation: | Potassium (K) is a highly reactive alkali metal. When it reacts with water (H2O), it produces a violent reaction. The reaction is exothermic, releasing a lot of heat and causing the hydrogen gas (H2) produced to ignite. The potassium hydroxide (KOH) dissolves in the water, forming a strongly basic solution. 💥🔥 |
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