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Chemical rxn type
chemical rxn type
Term | Definition | Personal Definiton |
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Synthesis reaction | Two elements or molecules combine to form one product | two elements added together to make one. |
Decomposition reaction | One compound or molecule breaks apart to form multiple products | when something breaks and makes multiple pieces |
Single replacement reaction | reaction in which one element is substituted for another element in a compound. | one element replaced with another |
Double replacement reaction | reaction in which the positive and negative ions of two ionic compounds exchange places to form two new compounds. | positive and negative = neutral |
Combustion reaction | chemical reaction that occurs between a fuel and an oxidizing agent that produces energy, usually in the form of heat and light. | fuel and an oxidizing agent that makes energy |