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Term: Displacement Reaction

Definition: A displacement reaction, also known as a replacement reaction, is a type of chemical reaction in which an element or a group of elements in a compound is replaced by another element or group of elements. This reaction occurs when a more reactive element displaces a less reactive element from its compound.

Sample sentences:

1. In a displacement reaction, zinc displaces copper from copper sulfate solution, resulting in the formation of zinc sulfate and copper.

2. The rusting of iron is an example of a displacement reaction, where iron reacts with oxygen in the presence of water to form hydrated iron(III) oxide.

3. Sodium displaces hydrogen in water during a displacement reaction, producing sodium hydroxide and hydrogen gas as products.

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