Hello everyone! Here we are going to go over the different types of reactions that you will come across during your time in chemistry. Below are short descriptions of the 5 basic type of the reactions with tips to remember. For a more detailed explanation, click the pictures below :)
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Synthesis
Synthesis
This reaction involves 2 or more reactants combining together to form one product (Ex. H2O → H2 + O2 )
Tip: Think about making (synthesizing) a cake (1 product) from eggs, flour, milk (several reactants)
Decomposition
Decomposition
This reaction involves the breakdown of one reactants into 2 or more products
(Ex. H3CO3 → H2O + CO2 )
Tip: Think about making (synthesizing) a cake (1 product) from eggs, flour, milk (several reactants)
Combustion
Combustion
Single Replacement
Single Replacement
Double Replacement
Double Replacement
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