Question

Question 5(d)
Write word equations and then balanced equations for the reaction taking place when:
(d) Dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with iron filings

Answer 1

Dilute hydrochloric acid + Iron $\to$ Ferrous chloride + Hydrogen gas
$2\text{HCl}\left(aq\right)+\text{Fe}\left(s\right)\to {\text{FeCl}}_2\left(aq\right)+{\text{H}}_2\uparrow \left(g\right)$