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OpenStudy (anonymous):

which element is more reactive: copper, iron or gold ?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i thought iron is more reactive than copper and gold...(?)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yes you are right iron is more reactive

OpenStudy (abb0t):

In iron, the 3d orbital is incomplete, meaning the 4s electrons are not shielded completely. They experience a larger nuclear attraction.

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