Question

in equation K+h2O=KOH+H2?...... but according to the formula metal+water=metal oxide +hydrogen........then how can the upper reaction be true?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Potassium metal reacts with water to give potassium hydroxide and hydrogen gas.

Chemical equation:

2K(s)+2H

2

O(l)→2KOH(aq)+H

2

(g)