Question

Explain the reactions of water with the metals with the help of examples . ​

Answer 1

Answer:

When a metal reacts with water, a metal hydroxide and hydrogen are formed. Sodium reacts vigorously with water. Calcium hydroxide is slightly soluble in water so once the solution is saturated, it starts to become milky as solid calcium hydroxide appear.

Answer 2

Answer:

Metals react with water and produce a metal oxide and hydrogen gas. ... It reacts with hot water to form magnesium hydroxide and hydrogen. It also starts floating due to the bubbles of hydrogen gas sticking to its surface. Metals like aluminium, iron and zinc do not react either with cold or hot water