Types of Chemical Reactions

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What is a Synthesis Reaction?

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A synthesis reaction is a type of chemical reaction where two or more simple substances combine to form a more complex product. Example: 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O.

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A decomposition reaction is a type of chemical reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Example: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂.

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What is a Single Replacement Reaction?

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A single replacement reaction is a type of chemical reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. Example: Zn + CuSO₄ → ZnSO₄ + Cu.

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What is a Double Replacement Reaction?

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A double replacement reaction is a type of chemical reaction where the anions and cations of two different compounds switch places, forming two new compounds. Example: NaCl + AgNO₃ → AgCl + NaNO₃.

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How do you balance a chemical equation?

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To balance a chemical equation, adjust the coefficients of the reactants and products to ensure that the number of atoms of each element is the same on both sides of the equation.

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What are the products of the reaction: Cu + AgNO₃?

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The products are Cu(NO₃)₂ + Ag.

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What type of reaction is H₂SO₄ + Ca?

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This is a Single Replacement reaction, producing CaSO₄ + H₂.

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What is the general form of a Synthesis Reaction?

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A + B → AB, where A and B are reactants that combine to form a single product AB.

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What is the general form of a Decomposition Reaction?

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AB → A + B, where a single compound AB breaks down into its components A and B.

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What is the general form of a Single Replacement Reaction?

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A + BC → AC + B, where element A replaces element B in compound BC.