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It is a single replacement chemical reaction. The aluminum metal replaces hydrogen as the positive ion (cation) in solution. The displaced hydrogen atoms form molecules of hydrogen gas so bubbles will be observed.

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Q: What causes aluminum and hydrochloric acid to react?
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