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प्रश्न
What is a decomposition reaction?
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उत्तर
A decomposition reaction is a reaction in which a compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances. The general form of a decomposition reaction is:
AB → A + B
Most decomposition reactions require an input of energy in the form of heat, light, or electricity.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Explain, giving one example of the following chemical changes:
Double decomposition
Explain, giving one example of the following chemical change:
Thermal dissociation
Decomposition brought about by heat is known as thermal decomposition. What is the difference between thermal dissociation and thermal decomposition?
State the type of reactions for the following represent and balance the ones that are not balanced.
KNO3 + H2SO4 → HNO3 + KHSO4
Give a balanced equation for the following reaction of synthesis involving the formation of:
An alkali – from a basic oxide – sodium oxide
Convert nitrogen to ammonia by a direct combination reaction.
Give a balanced equation for the preparation of two different insoluble lead salts from their salt solutions by double decomposition precipitation.
State the double decomposition – neutralization reaction with a suitable representation.
Complete the statement by filling in the blank with the correct word:
Formation of hydrogen chloride from hydrogen and chlorine is an example of __________.
Differentiate between the following:
Synthesis reaction and a substitution reaction.
