Types of Reactions (Chem)

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What is an acid-base neutralization reaction?

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A chemical reaction between an acid and a base that produces water and a salt.

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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 two compounds exchange ions to form two new compounds.

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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.

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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.

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What is the general form of a synthesis reaction?

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A + B → AB

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What is the general form of a decomposition reaction?

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AB → A + B

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What is the general form of a single replacement reaction?

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A + BC → AC + B

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What is the general form of a double replacement reaction?

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AB + CD → AD + CB

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What is the definition of a base in chemistry?

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A substance that can accept protons (H+) or donate electron pairs.