Types of Chemical Reactions Prepared by: SPCNHS Chemistry Teachers
Chemical Reactions Combination or Synthesis Reaction
Single Replacement Reaction
Decomposition Reaction
Double Replacement Reaction
Combination or Synthesis Reaction • A synthesis reaction is when there is a combination of two or more substances and a compound results. An example of a A synthesis +B AB reaction is as follows:
Decomposition Reaction • Decomposition is the opposite of synthesis. It is when a compound is broken down into simpler substances, usually through electrolysis. An example of ABdecomposition A + B is as follows:
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Single Replacement Reaction In a single
replacement reaction, there is a rule that is always followed. A metal replaces a metal, or a nonmetal replaces a nonmetal. An of a + B ABexample + C AC single replacement reaction is as follows:
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Double Replacement Reaction In a double
replacement reaction, this rule is always followed. A metal replaces a metal, and a nonmetal replaces a nonmetal. An example of a double replacement AB+XY AY+ XB reaction is as follows:
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