Types of chemical reactions Flashcards
1
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What are the 5 types of chemical reactions
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Decompostion, Synthesis, Combustion, Single displacement and Double displacement
2
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What is Decompostion
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when one substance breaks down to form to or more simpler substances eg. CuCo3 - CuO + Co2
3
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What is Synthesis
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when 2 or more substances combine to form a more complex substance eg. 2 Mg + O2 - 2 MgO
4
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What is Combustion
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A fuel that reacts with oxygen to produce new substance. (you know it’s combustion when there is oxygen and produces carbon dioxide and water)
5
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What is Single Displacement
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when one element takes the place of another element in a compound
6
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What is Double Displacement
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when two compounds combine to form two new compounds
