Chemical and Nuclear Reactions Review

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

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Name the ionic compound BeCl2.

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beryllium chloride

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What is the half-life of carbon-14?

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5,730 years

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What type of reaction is represented by FeS + 2 HCl -> FeCl2 + H2S?

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a double displacement reaction

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How do sodium (Na) and fluorine (F) bond together?

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They bond to form NaF.

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What is one advantage of nuclear energy?

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It produces no air pollution.

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Define a synthesis reaction.

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A synthesis reaction is a type of chemical reaction in which two or more simple substances combine to form a more complex product.

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What is a decomposition reaction?

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

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What is a single replacement reaction?

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A single replacement reaction is a chemical reaction where one element replaces another in a compound.

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What is a double displacement reaction?

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