Copper Displaced by Iron

Fe + Cu2+ → Fe2+ + Cu

Ikhtisar

Iron reduces copper(II) ions to metallic copper while being oxidized to iron(II). This reaction proceeds because iron has a more negative standard reduction potential (-0.44 V) than copper (+0.34 V), making it a stronger reducing agent. The net cell potential is +0.78 V.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Iron Fe 1 (s)
Produk Copper Cu 1 (s)

Contoh Sehari-hari

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Copper Displaced by Iron?
The balanced equation is: Fe + Cu²⁺ → Fe²⁺ + Cu.
What type of reaction is Copper Displaced by Iron?
Copper Displaced by Iron is a redox reaction.
Is Copper Displaced by Iron exothermic or endothermic?
Copper Displaced by Iron is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -152.3 kJ/mol.