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There are five different types of chemical reactions; decomposition, synthesis, single displacement, double displacement, and combustion. Decomposition takes place when one unique molecule breaks down into 2 or more of its parts. For example, CuCl2 --> Cl2 + Cu. Synthesis takes place when two unique molecules come together to form one. An example of that is; Fe + S --> Fe2S3. Combustion occurs when a hydrocarbon reacts with oxygen to form carbon dioxide and water. For example, C8H18 + O2 --> H2O + CO2. Single displacement happens when a reactive metal displaces a less reactive metal in a salt. ZnCl2 + H2 → Zn + 2HCl is an example of single displacement. Double displacement takes place when two metals switch places. An example would be; Pb(NO3)2 + 2KI --> PbI2 + 2KNO3. These are the 5 major chemical reactions that take place, follow the links below to become more informed about each type of reaction.

Decomposition - Anya/Jordan Synthesis - Anya/Jordan Single Displacement - Anya/Jordan Double Displacement - Anya/Jordan Combustion - Anya/Jordan