Identifying Chemical Reactions

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A process where substances (reactants) are transformed into new substances (products) through the breaking and forming of chemical bonds.

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What are the four main types of chemical reactions?

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1. Synthesis 2. Decomposition 3. Single Displacement 4. Double Displacement

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Define Synthesis Reaction.

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A type of reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product. Example: A + B → AB.

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Define Decomposition Reaction.

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A type of reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Example: AB → A + B.

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Define Single Displacement Reaction.

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A type of reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. Example: A + BC → AC + B.

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Define Double Displacement Reaction.

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A type of reaction where the anions and cations of two different compounds exchange places to form two new compounds. Example: AB + CD → AD + CB.

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What is the symbol for Synthesis reaction?

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S

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What is the symbol for Decomposition reaction?

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D

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What is the symbol for Single Displacement reaction?

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SD

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What is the symbol for Double Displacement reaction?

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DR