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Types of Reactions

theory questions on types of reactions

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What is a Synthesis/Combination Reaction? Two or more substances combine to form a single product
What is the formula for a synthesis reaction? A + B -> AB
What is another name for a synthesis reaction? Combination Reaction
What is the name of the combination reaction that occurs on plants? Photosynthesis
What is a Decomposition Reaction? One substance breaks down into 2 or more substances
What is the formula for a decomposition reaction? AB -> A + B
What is a combustion reaction? occurs when a substance (usually a hydrocarbon) reacts with oxygen to produce energy in the form of heat or light
For combustion reactions including organic compounds, the products are ALWAYS what? CO2 + H20
What part of a combustion reaction always remains the same? one reactant is ALWAYS oxygen and the products are ALWAYS carbon dioxide and water
What is the general formula for a combustion reaction? CxHy + O2 -> CO2 + H2O
What is a single displacement reaction? occurs when one element replaces another element in a compound
Why does one element displace another? It is more reactive that the element it displaces
What is the general formula for a single displacement reaction? A + BC -> AC + B
What is another name for a single displacement reaction? Single Replacement Reaction
What is a double displacement reaction? occurs when the positive ion of one compound replaces the positive ion of another to form 2 new compounds.
Which reaction usually forms these products: gas, water or precipitate Double Displacement Reaction
What is the general formula for a double displacement reactions? AB + CD -> AD + CB
What is another name for double displacement reaction? Double Replacement Reaction
Which type of reaction does a neutralization reaction fall under? Double Displacement Reaction
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