Predicting Products, SR and DR

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What does it mean if an element is diatomic?

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A diatomic element is one that naturally exists as a molecule consisting of two atoms. For example, O2 (oxygen) and H2 (hydrogen).

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What is the subscript for a diatomic element when it is by itself?

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2, only when it is by itself.

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What are the products of the reaction K + HCl?

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KCl + H2.

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What type of reaction is Fe + CuSO4 -> Cu + FeSO4?

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Single Replacement.

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Predict the products of the reaction F2 + KBr.

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KF + Br2.

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What type of reaction is 2H2O2 -> 2 H2O + O2?

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Decomposition.

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What is a Single Replacement reaction?

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A reaction where one element replaces another in a compound.

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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.

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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 the general form of a Decomposition reaction?

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AB -> A + B, where a single compound breaks down into two or more products.