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Zn(s) + 2NaOH(aq)+H2(g)
Zn(s)+2Na^+(aq) + 2OH^- (aq) -> 2Na+(aq) + ZnO2-2(aq) + ZnO2-2(aq) + H2(g)
Procedure:
1) Clean penny
2) Make 25mL of 6M NaOH(aq)
3) Add small scoop Zn to beaker; add NaOH
a. Place two pennies in solution, cover with watch glass and heat gently.
4) Clean off pennies (deionized water, etc.)
5) Briefly heat 1 penny over flame. Stop by dropping penny in cold water.