Given the balanced equation representing a reaction:


Zn(s) + H2SO4(aq) → ZnSO4(aq) + H2(g)


Which type of reaction is represented by this equation?


1.


decomposition

2.


double replacement

3.


single replacement

4.


synthesis

Verified Answer :

The answer is Single replacement

Answer: Option (3) is the correct answer.

Explanation:

A single replacement reaction is defined as the reaction where an element on reaction with a compound tends to displace another element in that compound.

For example, \(Zn(s) + H_{2}SO4(aq) \rightarrow ZnSO_{4}(aq) + H_{2}(g)\) is a single replacement reaction.

Also, when number of atoms on reactant side equal to the number of atoms on product side then it is known as a balanced chemical reaction.

In a synthesis reaction, two elements combine together and result in the formation of a single product.

For example,   \(A + B \rightarrow AB\)

In a decomposition reaction, a compound splits or breaks into two atoms.

For example,  \(AB \rightarrow A + B\)

Thus, we can conclude that \(Zn(s) + H_{2}SO4(aq) \rightarrow ZnSO_{4}(aq) + H_{2}(g)\) represents a balanced single replacement chemical reaction.