Which metal reacts spontaneously with NiCl2(aq)?

August 2018 NY Regents Chemistry Exam

47 Which metal reacts spontaneously with NiCl2(aq)?
(1) Au(s)

(2) Cu(s)

(3) Sn(s)

(4) Zn(s)

Solution: Table J on the Reference Table lists the metals from the most active (on top) to the least active. If a metal higher than Ni on table N it will be able to react spontaneously with NiCl2 and replace nickel in a single replacement reaction.

Answer: 4

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