Balancing Chemical Equations and Types of Reactions

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What must be true about the number of atoms in a chemical reaction?

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The number of atoms you begin with must be the same as the number of atoms you end with.

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What effect does heating reactants have on a chemical reaction?

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Heating reactants usually makes the reaction happen faster.

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Identify the type of reaction: 2 NaBr + Ca(OH)2 → CaBr2 + 2 NaOH.

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This is a Double Displacement reaction.

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Balance the equation: ____ Fe + ____ Cl2 → ____ FeCl3.

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The balanced equation is 2,3,2.

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Identify the type of reaction: 4 (NH4)3PO4 + 3 Pb(NO3)4 → 12 NH4NO3 + Pb3(PO4)4.

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This is a Double Displacement reaction.

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What is a chemical equation?

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A chemical equation is a symbolic representation of a chemical reaction, showing the reactants and products.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Mass?

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The Law of Conservation of Mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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What is a synthesis reaction?

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A synthesis reaction is a type of reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product.

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What is a decomposition reaction?

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A decomposition reaction is a type of reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products.

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What is a single displacement reaction?

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A single displacement reaction is a type of reaction where one element replaces another in a compound.