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Classify each of the following chemical reactions: S + O2 → SO2, CaCl2 + 2AgNO3 → Ca(NO3)2 + 2AgCl, Zn + CuSO4 → Cu + ZnSO4, 2Na2O → 4Na + O2.
What is the product of the reaction ? + 2NaBr → 2NaCl + Br2?
Cl2
What is produced in the decomposition of 2KClO3 → 2KCl + ?
3O2
In the reaction MgO + ? → Mg(OH)2, what is the missing reactant?
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Will the following reactions take place? Ag + NaNO3 → AgNO3 + Na, Mn + CaO → Ca + MnO, Ca + ZnBr2 → CaBr2 + Zn, Cu + 2KNO3 → Cu(NO3)2 + 2K.
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Will the following reactions take place? Cl2 + 2RbI → 2RbCl + I2, I2 + NiBr2 → NiI2 + Br2.
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Complete the reactions: Na + Cl2 → ?, Mg + Ca(OH)2 → ?.
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Which products form from the reaction C3H8 + O2 → ?.
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What products result from the reaction Kl + Pb(NO3)2?
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What is the type of the reaction where propane burns in air?
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What reaction is described when one compound is broken down into simpler compounds?
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Which reactant combination will form products involving iron? Na > Mg > Al > Mn > Zn > Cr > Fe > Cd > Co > Ni > Sn > Pb > H > Sb > Bi > Cu > Ag.
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What product(s) are typically formed in a combustion reaction?
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What products are formed when chlorine gas is bubbled through sodium bromide solution?
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What describes a double replacement reaction?
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What products are formed when aluminum is added to a silver chloride solution?
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In which type of reaction do two or more substances combine to form one substance?
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What type of reaction occurs with two elements as reactants?
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What completes the equation: Br2 + NaF?
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What type of reaction is represented by C6H12 + 9O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O?
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Which is a characteristic of a decomposition reaction?
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What type of reaction is represented by sodium chloride reacting with copper sulfate?
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Study Notes
Types of Reactions
- Synthesis Reaction: Formation of a product from two or more reactants, e.g., S + O2 → SO2.
- Combustion Reaction: Reaction with oxygen producing carbon dioxide and water, exemplified by propane combustion (C3H8 + O2 → CO2 + H2O).
- Double Replacement Reaction: Exchange of ions between two compounds, such as CaCl2 + 2AgNO3 → Ca(NO3)2 + 2AgCl.
- Single Replacement Reaction: One element replaces another in a compound, e.g., Zn + CuSO4 → Cu + ZnSO4.
- Decomposition Reaction: Breaking down of a compound into simpler substances, e.g., 2Na2O → 4Na + O2.
Activity Series
- Reactivity can predict reaction outcomes; metals higher in the series can displace those lower.
- Example:
- Ag + NaNO3 → No reaction (Ag is less reactive than Na).
- Mn + CaO → No reaction (Mn is less reactive than Ca).
- Ca + ZnBr2 → Yes, reaction occurs (Ca is more reactive than Zn).
- Cu + 2KNO3 → No reaction (Cu is less reactive than K).
Predicting Products
- Complete and balance chemical equations based on reactants:
- Na + Cl2 → NaCl.
- Cl2 + 2RbI → 2RbCl + I2 shows halogen displacement.
- Recognizing when no reaction occurs is critical, such as Na + Cl2 resulting in NaCl without other products.
Products of Reactions
- Combustion Products: Typically result in oxides, confirming the nature of combustion as producing CO2 and H2O.
- Double Replacement Products: Form ionic compounds by exchanging ions, like KBr with AgNO3 forming KNO3 and PbI2.
Specific Reaction Outcomes
- Chlorine gas with sodium bromide forms NaCl and Br2 through halogen displacement.
- Aluminum reacts with silver chloride to yield AlCl3 and Ag, showcasing a single replacement reaction.
Reaction Characteristics
- Decomposition reactions involve breaking down a compound into simpler parts, exemplified by XYZ breaking down into X, Y, and Z.
- Synthesis and Decomposition: Key reactions to recognize; synthesis combines elements, while decomposition separates them.
Reaction Types Review
- Single Replacement: A + BC → AC + B; example: Zn displaces Cu in a sulfate solution.
- Double Replacement: AB + CD → AD + CB; such as NaCl reacting with CuSO4 to yield products.
- Combustion Reaction Identification: Look for reactants combining with oxygen and producing CO2 and water.
Summary and Application
- Understanding reaction types aids in predicting outcomes and completing equations.
- Familiarizing with activity series enhances precision in determining reactivity and potential reactions between elements and compounds.
- Recognizing common products and characteristics of each reaction type is critical for mastering chemical reactions.
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Test your knowledge on the various types of chemical reactions including synthesis, combustion, and more. This quiz also covers the activity series and how it can predict reaction outcomes based on reactivity. Dive in to see how well you understand chemical interactions!
