Question

is reaction of zinc with acetic acid a slow process

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Zinc reacts with acetic acid to form zinc acetate and hydrogen gas.

If zinc and acetic acid alone do not react, the reaction can be catalyzed by a 1:1 mixture of acetic acid and hydrogen peroxide, (the H2O2 serving the purpose of oxidizing the zinc so the acetic acid can react easier) and heat to just below 100 degrees Celsius.

Zn(S)+CH3COOH(Aq)=Zn(CH3COO)2(Aq)+H2(G)

Because zinc is a post transition metal it may act like aluminum and not need these catalysts.

Answer 2

is reaction of zinc with acetic acid a slow process?

=> Yes

• Because acetic acid is a weak acid.
• The products are zinc acetate and hydrogen gas.