Would Cu replace Sn when Sn cans are placed in acidic Cu solutions?

Subject: Would Cu replace Sn when Sn cans are placed in acidic Cu solutions?

Date: Sun May 23 22:13:29 1999
Posted by Monica
Grade level: 10-12 School: Bonanza HS
City: Las Vegas State/Province: NV Country: USA
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 927515609.Ch

Message:


In a deser, a prospector discovers an acidic underground stream 
that has high concentration of copper ions.  He decides to make 
money by placing 'worthless' tin cans in the stream so the 
copper will replace the tin.  Is his strategy sound? Why or why 
not?

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