ICP Chemical Reactions

Front

What is a decomposition reaction?

Back

A decomposition reaction is a type of chemical reaction where one reactant breaks down into two or more products. It always has one reactant.

Front

What are the forms of energy?

Back

The main forms of energy include heat, electricity, sound, and light. Water is not a form of energy.

Front

What is a double displacement reaction?

Back

A double displacement reaction is a type of chemical reaction where two compounds exchange ions or bonds to form two new compounds.

Front

What is an exothermic reaction?

Back

An exothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that releases thermal energy (heat) to the surroundings.

Front

What is the balanced equation for the reaction: Ca + HF → CaF + H₂?

Back

1 Ca + 2 HF → 1 CaF₂ + 1 H₂.

Front

What is the difference between endothermic and exothermic reactions?

Back

Endothermic reactions absorb energy from the surroundings, while exothermic reactions release energy.

Front

What is the law of conservation of mass?

Back

The law of conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

Front

What is a catalyst?

Back

A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

Front

What is an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction?

Back

An oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction involves the transfer of electrons between two substances, resulting in changes in oxidation states.

Front

What is a reactant?

Back

A reactant is a substance that undergoes a chemical change in a reaction.