Chemical Reactions Overview
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What is the general formula for a synthesis reaction?

  • A + B → AB (correct)
  • A → AB + B
  • AB → A + B
  • A + B → C
  • Which of the following is an example of a decomposition reaction?

  • 2 H2O(l) → 2 H2(g) + O2(g) (correct)
  • 2 SO2(g) + O2(g) → 2 SO3(g)
  • Ca(OH)2(s) + H2O(l) → CaO(s) + H2(g)
  • S(g) + O2(g) → SO2(g)
  • What occurs during a synthesis reaction involving a binary compound?

  • Two elements combine to form a binary compound.
  • An element reacts with oxygen to produce water.
  • A single compound decomposes.
  • Two compounds combine to form a new compound. (correct)
  • What is one of the results of a metal carbonate decomposition reaction?

    <p>Formation of a metal oxide and carbon dioxide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding decomposition reactions?

    <p>One compound breaks down into two or more products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Chemical Reactions

    • Reactions occur when substances change composition and form new substances.
    • Reaction type can be predicted by observing reactants and products.

    Synthesis Reactions

    • Two or more reactants combine to form one product.
    • General formula: A + B → AB
    • Synthesis reactions can form binary compounds.
    • An element and a compound can react to form a new compound.
    • Two compounds can combine to form a new compound.

    Decomposition Reactions

    • One compound breaks down into two or more products.
    • General formula: AB → A + B
    • Binary compounds can decompose into their elements.
    • Metal nitrates decompose into oxygen and a metal nitrite.
    • Metal carbonates decompose into a metal oxide and carbon dioxide.
    • Metal hydroxides decompose into a metal oxide and water.
    • Metal chlorates decompose into a metal chloride and oxygen.

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    Learn about different types of chemical reactions, including synthesis and decomposition. This quiz explores the characteristics and general formulas of these reactions, helping you understand how substances change to form new compounds. Test your knowledge and see how well you can identify and predict reaction types!

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