Types of Chemical Reactions

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What is a Single Replacement reaction?

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A reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. General formula: A + CD -> C + AD.

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What is a Coefficient in a chemical equation?

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A number placed in front of a chemical formula to indicate the number of molecules or moles of that substance.

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What is a Double Replacement reaction?

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A reaction where two compounds exchange ions or bonds to form two new compounds. General formula: AB + CD -> CB + AD.

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What is a Combustion reaction?

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A reaction where a substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light or heat. General formula: C_xH_y + O_2 -> CO_2 + H_2O.

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What is a Combination reaction?

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A reaction where two or more substances combine to form a single product. General formula: A + B -> AB.

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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. General formula: AB -> A + B.

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What is the general formula for a Single Replacement reaction?

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A + CD -> C + AD.

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What is the general formula for a Double Replacement reaction?

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AB + CD -> CB + AD.

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What is the general formula for a Combustion reaction?

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C_xH_y + O_2 -> CO_2 + H_2O.

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What is the general formula for a Decomposition reaction?

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AB -> A + B.