In each of the combinations, predict the more electronegative element based on its position on the
periodic table. Then look up the actual electronegativities. Circle the reaction pair that should
actually caust a reaction.
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Combination Combination electronegative
A
B
element based on
position on table
Ba + Fe2-
Ba?- + Fe
Actual
Actual
electronegativity electronegativity
of element of element
a)
Ba =
Fe=
b)
)
Sn + Hg
Sn- + Hg
Sn =
Hg =
c)
)
Na + Mg2+
Na + Mg
Na=
Mg =
=
Zn + CO2-
Zn?- + Co
Zn =
Co=
