The reaction given, Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + H2, is a single-replacement reaction. In this type of reaction, one element (Zn) replaces another element (H) in a compound (HCl).
So, the correct answer is: single-replacement.
Zn+2HCl→ZnCl2+H2
Which type of reaction is this?
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ionic
ionic
electronegative
electronegative
combustion
combustion
single-replacement
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The reaction given, Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + H2, is a single-replacement reaction. In this type of reaction, one element (Zn) replaces another element (H) in a compound (HCl).
So, the correct answer is: single-replacement.