Question

Will Lead (Pb) replace Zinc (Zn) for the single replacement reaction to occur?

Answer 1

No, lead (Pb) will not replace zinc (Zn) for the single replacement reaction to occur. In single replacement reactions, a more reactive element will replace a less reactive element in a compound. Zinc (Zn) is more reactive than lead (Pb), so lead cannot replace zinc in a single replacement reaction.