What gas is produced when you drop calcium metal in water?

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2026-04-30 16:15

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When calcium metal is dropped in water, it reacts vigorously to produce calcium hydroxide and hydrogen gas. The balanced chemical equation is:

2Ca(s) + 2H2O(l) -> 2Ca(OH)2(aq) + H2(g)

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