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Write the chemical equation of the reaction which takes place when iron reacts with dilute sulphuric acid. What happens when the gas produced is ignited with a burning matchstick?

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Acids react with metals to form hydrogen gas and the respective salt. [0.5 Marks]

Iron and dilute H2SO4 react as follows:

Fe(s)+H2SO4(dil)+FeSO4(aq)+H2(g) [1 Marks]

Hydrogen gas is evolved in this reaction. [0.5 Marks]

When hydrogen gas is ignited with a burning matchstick, it puts out the fire with a 'pop' sound. [1 Marks]

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