The equation Zn + H2SO4 -> ZnSO4 + H2

Detailed information about the equation Zn + H₂SO₄ -> ZnSO₄ + H₂
The chemical equation illustrates the reaction between zinc (Zn) and sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) to form zinc sulfate (ZnSO₄) and hydrogen (H₂). Each element in this chemical equation adheres to the law of conservation of mass, which means that the total number of atoms of each element on the left must be equal to the total number of atoms of that element on the right.

Reaction conditions
This reaction usually occurs under standard room temperature and pressure conditions. The reaction rate increases when the temperature is raised. The sulfuric acid needs to be diluted to avoid generating excessive heat that could burn the zinc.

Reaction process
During the reaction, the zinc ion Zn²⁺ in zinc will separate and combine with the sulfate ion SO₄��⁻ in sulfuric acid to form zinc sulfate, while the two hydrogen ions H⁺ in sulfuric acid will separate and combine to form hydrogen H₂.

Observed Phenomenon
When zinc reacts with sulfuric acid, bubbles will be seen rising from the liquid. These are hydrogen gas bubbles produced by the reaction. The liquid will turn cloudy white after the reaction due to the formation of zinc sulfate.