Which one of the following is the correct order of reactivity of Mg, Al, Zn and Fe with HCl?
A.Mg > Al > Zn > Fe✓ Correct
B.Mg > Al > Fe > Zn
C.Zn > Fe > Mg > Al
D.Fe > Al > Zn > Mg
Explanation
In the reactivity series (activity series) of metals, the order from most reactive to least reactive among these is: Mg > Al > Zn > Fe. This is consistent with their standard reduction potentials — magnesium is the most reactive and reacts vigorously with dilute HCl to release H2, followed by aluminium, then zinc, then iron. Hence the correct order is Mg > Al > Zn > Fe.
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