Types of Reactions

Flashcards on types of chemical reactions.

Synthesis Reaction

Elements are joined together; Two substances combine to form one new compound. A + X -> AX

Decomposition Reaction

A compound breaks into parts; A single compound undergoes a reaction that produces two or more simpler substances. AX -> A + X

Single Displacement Reaction

A single element replaces an element in a compound. A + BX -> AX + B or BX + Y -> BY + X

Double Displacement Reaction

An element from each of two compounds switch places; The ions of two compounds exchange places in an aqueous solution to form two new compounds. AX(aq) + BY(aq) -> AY + BX

Metal carbonates Decomposition

Metal carbonates + heat -> Metal oxides + Carbon dioxide

Metal chlorates Decomposition

Metal chlorates + heat -> Metal chlorides + Oxygen

Driving forces of double replacement reactions

Formation of a precipitate, formation of a gas, or formation of water.