Types of Chemical Reactions

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What is a Double Replacement Reaction?

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A type of chemical reaction where ions from two compounds exchange places to form two new compounds.

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What is a Single Displacement Reaction?

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

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What is a Synthesis Reaction?

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A type of chemical reaction where two or more substances combine to form one new compound.

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A type of chemical reaction where one compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances.

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Example of a Double Replacement Reaction: 3KOH + H3PO4 -> ?

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K3PO4 + 3H2O

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Example of a Single Displacement Reaction: Zn + CuSO4 -> ?

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ZnSO4 + Cu

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Example of a Synthesis Reaction: 2H2 + O2 -> ?

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2H2O

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Example of a Decomposition Reaction: 2H2O -> ?

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2H2 + O2

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What is the general form of a Double Replacement Reaction?

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AB + CD -> AD + CB, where A and C are cations and B and D are anions.

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What is the general form of a Single Displacement Reaction?

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A + BC -> AC + B, where A is an element and BC is a compound.