Chemical Reactions Test Study Guide - 2023-24 - Honors

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What happens during a chemical reaction?

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Bonds are being broken and new bonds are being formed.

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Classify the reaction: Al + ZnCl2 → Zn + AlCl3

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Single replacement.

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What does the law of conservation of mass state?

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No atoms are being created or destroyed.

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Write the balanced chemical equation for the combustion of propane (C3H8).

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C3H8 + 5 O2 → 3 CO2 + 4 H2O

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What are the products of the decomposition of H2O?

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H2 + O2

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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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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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Explain what a combustion reaction is.

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A reaction that involves the burning of a substance in the presence of oxygen, producing heat and light.

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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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Define a double replacement reaction.

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A reaction where two compounds exchange ions to form two new compounds.