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In a synthesis reaction, two or more substances combine to form a single ______.
In a synthesis reaction, two or more substances combine to form a single ______.
product
In decomposition reactions, a single ______ breaks down into two or more simpler substances.
In decomposition reactions, a single ______ breaks down into two or more simpler substances.
compound
In a single displacement reaction, an element displaces another element in a ______.
In a single displacement reaction, an element displaces another element in a ______.
compound
A combustion reaction typically involves hydrocarbons reacting with ______ to produce CO₂ and H₂O.
A combustion reaction typically involves hydrocarbons reacting with ______ to produce CO₂ and H₂O.
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Redox reactions involve the transfer of ______ between two species.
Redox reactions involve the transfer of ______ between two species.
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Double displacement reactions involve the exchange of ______ between two compounds.
Double displacement reactions involve the exchange of ______ between two compounds.
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In acid-base reactions, there is a transfer of ______ between an acid and a base.
In acid-base reactions, there is a transfer of ______ between an acid and a base.
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The general equation for a synthesis reaction is ______ + B → AB.
The general equation for a synthesis reaction is ______ + B → AB.
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To obey the law of conservation of mass, chemical equations must be ______.
To obey the law of conservation of mass, chemical equations must be ______.
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The general equation for an acid-base reaction is Acid + Base → ______ + Water.
The general equation for an acid-base reaction is Acid + Base → ______ + Water.
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Study Notes
Types of Chemical Reactions
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Synthesis (Combination) Reactions
- Definition: Two or more substances combine to form a single product.
- General equation: A + B → AB
- Example: 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O
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Decomposition Reactions
- Definition: A single compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances.
- General equation: AB → A + B
- Example: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂
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Single Displacement (Replacement) Reactions
- Definition: An element displaces another element in a compound.
- General equation: A + BC → AC + B
- Example: Zn + CuSO₄ → ZnSO₄ + Cu
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Double Displacement (Metathesis) Reactions
- Definition: Exchange of ions between two compounds to form two new compounds.
- General equation: AB + CD → AD + CB
- Example: Na₂S + 2HCl → 2NaCl + H₂S
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Combustion Reactions
- Definition: A substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of heat and light.
- Typically involves hydrocarbons reacting with oxygen to produce CO₂ and H₂O.
- Example: CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O
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Redox (Oxidation-Reduction) Reactions
- Definition: Involves the transfer of electrons between two species, resulting in changes in oxidation states.
- Oxidation: Loss of electrons.
- Reduction: Gain of electrons.
- Example: 2Fe + 3Cu²⁺ → 2Fe³⁺ + 3Cu
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Acid-Base Reactions
- Definition: Involves the transfer of protons (H⁺ ions) between an acid and a base.
- General equation: Acid + Base → Salt + Water
- Example: HCl + NaOH → NaCl + H₂O
Key Features
- Reactions can be classified based on their processes and the nature of reactants/products.
- Identifying reaction types helps in predicting products and understanding reaction mechanisms.
- Balance chemical equations to obey the law of conservation of mass.
Types of Chemical Reactions
- Chemical reactions are classified based on the changes in the reactants and products.
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Synthesis reactions combine two or more substances into a single product.
- The general form: A + B → AB
- Example: 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O (production of water from hydrogen and oxygen)
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Decomposition reactions break down a single compound into two or more simpler substances.
- The general form: AB → A + B
- Example: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂ (water decomposing into hydrogen and oxygen)
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Single displacement reactions involve an element replacing another element in a compound.
- The general form: A + BC → AC + B
- Example: Zn + CuSO₄ → ZnSO₄ + Cu (zinc displacing copper in copper sulfate)
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Double displacement reactions exchange ions between two compounds to form two new compounds.
- The general form: AB + CD → AD + CB
- Example: Na₂S + 2HCl → 2NaCl + H₂S (sodium sulfide and hydrochloric acid react to form sodium chloride and hydrogen sulfide)
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Combustion reactions involve a substance reacting with oxygen, releasing energy as heat and light.
- Typically involve hydrocarbons reacting with oxygen to produce CO₂ and H₂O.
- Example: CH₄ + 2O₂ → CO₂ + 2H₂O (methane burning in oxygen to form carbon dioxide and water)
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Redox reactions involve the transfer of electrons between two species.
- The loss of electrons is called oxidation, and the gain of electrons is called reduction.
- Example: 2Fe + 3Cu²⁺ → 2Fe³⁺ + 3Cu (iron is oxidized, and copper is reduced)
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Acid-base reactions involve the transfer of protons (H⁺ ions) between an acid and a base.
- The general form: Acid + Base → Salt + Water
- Example: HCl + NaOH → NaCl + H₂O (hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide react to form sodium chloride and water)
Key Features
- Identifying reaction types helps predict products and understand reaction mechanisms.
- Balancing chemical equations ensures that the law of conservation of mass is followed.
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Test your knowledge on the various types of chemical reactions, including synthesis, decomposition, single and double displacement, and combustion reactions. Understand the general equations and examples that define each reaction type through this engaging quiz.
