Science Test 4 Flashcards
Define Chemical Reactions
When substances react to form new substances
Chemical bonds are Made/Broken
Atoms are rearranged to form something new
3CO2 + 3H2O ——> C3H6O3 + 3O2
In this chemical equation, what do call 3CO2 + 3H2O?
The Reactants
3CO2 + 3H2O ——> C3H6O3 + 3O2
In this chemical equation, what do call C3H6O3 + 3O2?
The Product
3CO2 + 3H2O ——> C3H6O3 + 3O2
In this chemical equation, what do call the arrow?
Yield
Define an endothermic reaction
An endothermic reaction absorbs heat
Define an exothermic reaction
An exothermic reaction releases heat
What are the 4 basic types of chemical reactions?
Synthesis
Decomposition
Single Replacement
Double Replacement
Define Synthesis
When two or more substances combine to form a more complex substance
Define Decomposition
A complex substance (compound) is broken down into two or more simpler substances
Define Single Replacement
Where an element replaces another element in a compound
Define Double Replacement
where compounds react to form two new compounds
Balance this chemical equation and define what reaction is occurring:
_S8 + _O2 –> _SO3
S8 + 12O2 –> 8SO3
Synthesis
Balance this chemical equation and define what reaction is occurring:
_Al + _FeO –> _Al2O3 + _Fe
2Al + 3FeO –> Al2O3 + 3Fe
Single Replacement
Balance this chemical equation and define what reaction is occurring:
_C10H16 + _Cl2 –> _C + _HCl
C10H16 + 8Cl2 –> 10C + 16HCl
Single replacement
Define Coefficient
Number used to balance an equation, which shows that the number of atoms of each element is the same on each side of the equation.
Define Catalyst
Anything that speeds up a chemical reaction without being used up.
Define Mixture
When substances are added together but there is no chemical reaction
Define Solution
A type of mixture with molecules of both substances
What are some examples of mixtures?
Garlic Salt, Salty water, Sugar water, sand, trail mix
In a solution, what does the dissolving?
The Solvent