Chemical Reactions

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Chemical Reaction

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A process that leads to the transformation of one set of chemical substances to another.

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Synthesis Reaction

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

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Precipitation Reaction

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A reaction in which an insoluble solid (precipitate) forms when two solutions are mixed.

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Displacement Reaction

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A reaction in which one element displaces another in a compound.

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Replacement Reaction

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A reaction where an element in a compound is replaced by another element.

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Single Displacement Reaction

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A reaction where one element replaces another in a compound.

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Double Replacement Reaction

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A reaction where two compounds exchange ions or bonds to form different compounds.

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Combustion Reaction

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A reaction that occurs when a substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light or heat.

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Activity Series

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A list of metals arranged in order of decreasing reactivity.

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Oxidation Reaction

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A reaction that involves the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state.