Types of Chemical Reactions

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A chemical reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Example: AB → A + B.

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What is a Single Displacement Reaction?

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A reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. Example: Pb + FeSO4 → PbSO4 + Fe.

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What is a Synthesis Reaction?

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A reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product. Example: 2Na + S → Na2S.

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What is a Combustion Reaction?

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A reaction that involves a hydrocarbon reacting with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide and water. Example: CH4 + 2O2 → CO2 + 2H2O.

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What is a Double Replacement Reaction?

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A reaction where parts of two compounds exchange places to form two new compounds. Example: AB + CD → CB + AD.

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What is the general formula for a Decomposition Reaction?

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AB → A + B.

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What is the general formula for a Single Displacement Reaction?

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A + BC → AC + B.

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What is the general formula for a Synthesis Reaction?

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A + B → AB.

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What is the general formula for a Combustion Reaction?

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Hydrocarbon + O2 → CO2 + H2O.

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What is the general formula for a Double Replacement Reaction?

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AB + CD → CB + AD.