The reaction of zinc metal with iodine shows direct combination, decomposition, recrystallization of sublimed I2, and electrolysis.

Zn will clump up on the bottom of the crucible in the NaOH ... Heat sodium hydroxide and zinc dust using the ventilation grating in Chem 140 or in a chemical fume hood. Use tongs to handle the pennies ...

The formation of a strong coordination structure, [Zn(H2O)6]2+ often increases direct contact between the solvated H2O and Zn anodes on the inner Helmholtz layer, which exacerbates undesirable side ...