What is a Decomposition Reaction?
Balancing and Types of Reactions

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A reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Example: 2 H₃AsO₄ → As₂O₅ + 3 H₂O.
2.
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How do you balance a chemical equation?
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By adjusting the coefficients in front of the compounds to ensure the same number of each type of atom on both sides of the equation.
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What are Coefficients in a chemical equation?
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Numbers placed in front of compounds to indicate how many molecules or moles of that substance are involved in the reaction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the balanced equation for CH₄ + O₂ → CO₂ + H₂O?
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1 CH₄ + 2 O₂ → 1 CO₂ + 2 H₂O.
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What is the purpose of balancing chemical equations?
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To obey the Law of Conservation of Mass, which states that matter cannot be created or destroyed in a chemical reaction.
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What is a Synthesis Reaction?
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A reaction where two or more reactants combine to form a single product. Example: A + B → AB.
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What is a Single Displacement Reaction?
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A reaction where one element replaces another in a compound. Example: A + BC → AC + B.
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