Chemical Reactions Quiz

What is the process of writing a chemical reaction using symbols and formulas called?

• Balancing chemical equations

• Constructing chemical equations

• Classifying chemical reactions

• Predicting synthesis reactions

Which type of reaction involves the exchange of ions between two compounds?

• Single replacement reaction

• Redox reaction

• Double replacement reaction

• Combustion reaction

What is the term for a reaction where one element replaces another in a compound?

• Double replacement reaction

• Single replacement reaction

• Synthesis reaction

• Decomposition reaction

Which type of reaction involves the transfer of electrons between two species?

• Synthesis reaction

• Decomposition reaction

• Redox reaction

• Combustion reaction

What is the goal when constructing chemical equations?

• To balance the number of atoms on each side

• To use as many symbols as possible

• To create new elements

• To simplify the equation to one symbol

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What is an essential question to consider when learning about chemical equations?

• How many elements exist?

• What do all of the symbols used in chemical equations mean?

• Who discovered chemical equations?

• How do chemical equations affect temperature?

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What is the main goal when constructing chemical equations?

• To balance the number of atoms on each side

• To use as many symbols as possible

• To create new elements

• To simplify the equation

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What do the symbols in chemical equations represent?

• Musical notes

• Chemical elements and compounds

• Mathematical operations

• Historical events

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What is a skeleton equation?

• A balanced equation showing only products

• An unbalanced equation indicating products and reactants, states, and sometimes any special conditions needed

• An equation showing only reactants

• A balanced equation with no states indicated

What is a catalyst?

• A substance that slows down a reaction

• A substance that speeds up a reaction without being used up

• A reactant that is consumed in a reaction

• A product formed in a reaction

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