Types Of Reaction


S/NO. Types Of Chemical Reactions Explanation General Reaction Example
1. Combination Reaction Two or more components combine to form one compound. A + B = AB 2Na + Cl2 + 2NaCl
2. Precipitation Reaction Two solution of soluble salt are mixed resulting on an insoluble solid(precipitate) forming. A + Soluble salt B = Precipitate + soluble salt C AgNO3 = Ag +(aq) + NO3-(aq)
3. Neutralization Reaction An acid and a base react with each other. Generally, the product of this reaction is salt and water. Acid + Base = Salt + water HCl + NaOH = NaCl + H2O
4. Decomposition Reaction The opposite of a combination reaction - a complex molecule breaks down to make simpler ones. AB = A + B CaCO3 = CaO + CO2
5. Neutralization Reaction An acid and a base react with each other. Generally, the product of this reaction is salt and water. Acid + Base = Salt + water HCl + NaOH = NaCl +H2O
6. Combustion Reaction Oxygen combines with a compound to form carbon-di-oxide and water. These reactions are exothermic, meaning they give off heat. A + O2 = h2O + CO2 2CH3OH +3O2 = 4H2O + 2CO2
7. Displacement Reaction One element takes place with other element in the compound. A + BC = AC + B Zn + CuSO4 = ZnSO4 + Cu