Identifying Types of Chemical Reactions

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What is a Decomposition Reaction?

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A chemical reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Example: AB -> A + B.

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What is a Synthesis Reaction?

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A chemical reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product. Example: A + B -> AB.

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What is a Combustion Reaction?

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A chemical reaction that occurs when a substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light or heat. Example: C2H2 + O2 -> CO2 + H2O.

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What is a Single Replacement Reaction?

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A chemical reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. Example: A + BC -> B + AC.

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What is a Double Replacement Reaction?

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A chemical reaction where two compounds exchange ions or bonds to form two new compounds. Example: AB + CD -> AD + CB.

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What is the general formula for a Decomposition Reaction?

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AB -> A + B.

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What is the general formula for a Synthesis Reaction?

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A + B -> AB.

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What is the general formula for a Combustion Reaction?

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Hydrocarbon + O2 -> CO2 + H2O.

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What is the general formula for a Single Replacement Reaction?

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A + BC -> B + AC.

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What is the general formula for a Double Replacement Reaction?

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AB + CD -> AD + CB.