Types of chemical Reactions
By: Zamiya Shields
Synthesis Reaction
A synthesis reaction is when two or more simple compounds combine to form a more complicated one.
Decomposition Reaction
A decomposition reaction is the opposite of a synthesis reaction - a complex molecule breaks down to make simpler ones.
Combustion Reaction
A combustion reaction is when oxygen combines with another compound to form water and carbon dioxide.
Single Displacement Reaction
This is when one element trades places with another element in a compound.
Double Displacement Reaction
This is when the anions and cations of two different molecules switch places, forming two entirely different compounds
Oxidation-Reduction Reaction
The term oxidation was originally used to describe reactions in which an element combines with oxygen.