Chemical Reaction Types & Balancing

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What is a synthesis reaction?

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A synthesis reaction is a type of chemical reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product.

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Define a product in a chemical reaction.

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A product is a substance that is formed as the result of a chemical reaction.

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What is the rule for balancing chemical equations?

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When balancing equations, you can only add, change, and remove coefficients.

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What type of reaction is represented by the equation CoCO3 → CoO + CO2?

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This reaction is an example of a decomposition reaction.

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What is a decomposition reaction?

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A decomposition reaction is a type of chemical reaction where one reactant breaks down into two or more products.

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What is the difference between a reactant and a product?

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A reactant is a substance that undergoes change during a chemical reaction, while a product is a substance that is formed as a result of that reaction.

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What is a combustion reaction?

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A combustion reaction is a type of chemical reaction that occurs when a substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light or heat.

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What is an example of a single replacement reaction?

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An example of a single replacement reaction is when zinc reacts with hydrochloric acid to produce zinc chloride and hydrogen gas.

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What is the significance of coefficients in a balanced equation?

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Coefficients indicate the relative amounts of reactants and products involved in a chemical reaction.

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What is a double replacement reaction?

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A double replacement reaction is a type of chemical reaction where two compounds exchange ions to form two new compounds.