Types of reactions

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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: 3Ca + 2AlCl₃ → 3CaCl₂ + 2Al.

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A reaction where one reactant breaks down into two or more products. Example: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂.

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What is a Combustion Reaction?

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A reaction that involves a hydrocarbon reacting with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. Example: C₄H₁₂ + O₂ → CO₂ + H₂O.

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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 are the products of a Combustion Reaction?

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Carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water (H₂O).

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What is the general form of a Decomposition Reaction?

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AB → A + B, where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances.

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What is the general form of a Synthesis Reaction?

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A + B → AB, where two or more reactants combine to form a single product.

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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: AB + CD → AD + CB.

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What is the difference between Single and Double Displacement Reactions?

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In Single Displacement, one element replaces another; in Double Displacement, two compounds exchange partners.

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What is an example of a Synthesis Reaction?

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2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O, where hydrogen and oxygen combine to form water.