Identifying Types of Reactions

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Example: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-5

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What is a Synthesis Reaction?

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A reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product. Example: 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O.

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What is a Single Replacement Reaction?

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A reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. Example: Zn + CuSO₄ → ZnSO₄ + Cu.

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What is a Double Replacement Reaction?

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A reaction where the anions and cations of two different compounds switch places, forming two new compounds. Example: AgNO₃ + NaCl → AgCl + NaNO₃.

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What is a Combustion Reaction?

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A reaction that involves the burning of a substance in the presence of oxygen, producing heat and light. Example: CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O.

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Identify the type of reaction: 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O

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Synthesis Reaction.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

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Identify the type of reaction: 2Na + Cl₂ → 2NaCl

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Synthesis Reaction.

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Identify the type of reaction: CaCO₃ → CaO + CO₂

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Decomposition Reaction.

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Identify the type of reaction: H₂ + Cl₂ → 2HCl

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Synthesis Reaction.

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Identify the type of reaction: 2K + 2H₂O → 2KOH + H₂

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Single Replacement Reaction.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1