Chapter 29 Flashcards
1
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Combination reactions are reactions in which
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Two or more reactants form one product / compound
2
Q
A decomposition reaction is when a compound breaks down. This is as a result of
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Heating or electrolysis
3
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Simple-displacement reactions are often classified as
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Redox reactions
4
Q
Neutralization reactions occur when
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An acid reacts with a base to produce salt and water
5
Q
The oxidation number of a free element is
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Zero
6
Q
The oxidation number of Group 1A is
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+1
7
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The oxidation number of Group 2A is
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+2
8
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Halogens typically have a -1 oxidation charge unless with
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Element of higher electronegativity
9
Q
Hydrogen is typically +1 unless placed with
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Less electronegative atoms
10
Q
What is the charge of O in peroxides?
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-1
