Predicting Products

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What does it mean for an element to be diatomic?

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A diatomic element is one that naturally exists as two atoms bonded together, such as O2 or H2.

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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 type of reaction is represented by the equation: 3KOH + H3PO4 → ?

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Double displacement.

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What is a synthesis reaction?

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A synthesis reaction is a type of chemical 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 chemical 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 chemical reaction where one element replaces another in a compound.

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What is a double displacement reaction?

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A double displacement reaction is a type of chemical reaction where the anions and cations of two different compounds switch places, forming two new compounds.

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What is the balanced synthesis reaction of iron (III) and oxygen?

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4 Fe + 3 O2 → 2 Fe2O3.

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What are the products of the reaction: Fe + O2 → ?

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Fe2O3.

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In the reaction H2O + CO2 → ?, what are the products?

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HCO and HO.