Types of Reactions

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A reaction where one compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances. Example: NiCl2 → Ni + Cl2.

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What is a Synthesis Reaction?

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A reaction where two or more substances combine to form one new compound. Example: H2 + O2 → H2O.

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What is a Double Displacement Reaction?

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A reaction where two compounds exchange ions to form two new compounds. Example: NaCl + AgNO3 → NaNO3 + AgCl.

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What is a Single Displacement Reaction?

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

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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: 2KClO3 → 2KCl + 3O2

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Decomposition Reaction.

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Identify the type of reaction: Ca + 2H2O → Ca(OH)2 + H2

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Single Displacement Reaction.

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Identify the type of reaction: Na2S + 2HCl → 2NaCl + H2S

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Double Displacement Reaction.

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What happens in a Synthesis Reaction?

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Two or more reactants combine to form a single product.

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What happens in a Decomposition Reaction?

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A single reactant breaks down into two or more products.