Types of Chemical Reactions Flashcard #1

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What type of reaction is represented by the equation: 3 Pb + 2 H₃PO₄ → 3 H₂ + 1 Pb₃(PO₄)₂?

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Single replacement reaction.

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What type of reaction is represented by the equation: Si + S₈ → Si₂S₄?

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Synthesis (or combination) reaction.

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What is the left part of a chemical equation called? H₂ + O → H₂O

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Reactants.

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What type of reaction is precipitation an example of?

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Double replacement reaction.

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Balance the reaction: ____ CH₄ + ____ O₂ → ___ CO₂ + ____ H₂O

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1, 2, 1, 2.

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Define a synthesis reaction.

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A reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product.

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Define a decomposition reaction.

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A reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products.

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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 are reactants in a chemical equation?

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Substances that undergo a chemical change in a reaction.