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प्रश्न
Why are decomposition reactions called the opposite of combination reactions? Write equations for these reactions.
Why are decomposition reactions called the opposite of combination reactions? Explain with equations of these reactions.
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उत्तर
Decomposition reactions occur when a compound breaks up into two or more simpler substances. On the other hand, combination reactions occur when two or more substances combine to form a single substance. Thus, decomposition reactions are the opposite of combination reactions.
Decomposition Reactions:
\[\ce{CaCO3_{(s)} -> CaO_{(s)} + CO2_{(g)}}\]
\[\ce{2H2O_{(l)} ->[Electricity] 2H2_{(g)} + O2_{(g)}}\]
Combination Reactions:
\[\ce{2H2_{(g)} + O2_{(g)} -> 2H2O_{(l)}}\]
\[\ce{NH3_{(g)} + HCl_{(g)} -> NH4Cl_{(s)}}\]
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Write one equation for decomposition reactions where energy is supplied in the form of heat.
What type of reaction is represented by the digestion of food in our body?
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Give one example of a decomposition reaction which is carried out by applying heat.
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What is meant by a decomposition reaction?
Explain the following type of chemical reaction, giving two examples for it:
Decomposition reaction
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
Tick the most appropriate answer.
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- reactants
- water
- wind
- heat
What does one mean by endothermic reaction? Give example.
Study the following figure and answer questions.

a) After heating Calcium carbonate, which gas is formed in a test tube?
b) When we pass this gas through limewater what change, did you observe?
c) Write down the chemical reaction showing the product formation after heating the Calcium carbonate.
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Thermal decomposition and thermal dissociation.
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\[\ce{2KClO3_{(s)} ->[Heat] 2KCl + 3O2_{(g)}}\]
Which of the following statement about the reaction is correct?
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Which of the following is an endothermic process?
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Answer the questions with the help of a diagram:
- What type of reaction does calcium carbonate undergoes?
- What change in colour is observed in lime?
- Write the chemical equation.

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Write one equation for the decomposition reaction where energy is supplied in the form of light.
