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Types of Reactions and Their Equations

This document outlines various types of chemical reactions, including combustion, decomposition, single and double displacement, acid-base, precipitation, and redox reactions, each accompanied by definitions and examples. It also discusses exothermic and endothermic reactions, as well as the importance of balancing chemical equations to adhere to the law of conservation of mass. The presentation aims to provide insights into the fundamental principles and real-world applications of these reaction types.

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Types of Reactions and Their Equations

This document outlines various types of chemical reactions, including combustion, decomposition, single and double displacement, acid-base, precipitation, and redox reactions, each accompanied by definitions and examples. It also discusses exothermic and endothermic reactions, as well as the importance of balancing chemical equations to adhere to the law of conservation of mass. The presentation aims to provide insights into the fundamental principles and real-world applications of these reaction types.

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Types of Reactions and Their

Equations
This presentation will explore the various types of chemical reactions,
illustrating each with a clear example and its balanced chemical
equation. We will delve into the characteristics of each reaction type,
providing insights into their fundamental principles and real-world
applications.

by Radhakrishnan Kumarasamy
Combustion Reactions
Definition Example

A combustion reaction involves the rapid reaction between The burning of methane, a major component of natural
a substance with an oxidant, usually oxygen, producing gas, is a common combustion reaction.
heat and light. This is often called burning.
CH4 + 2O2 → CO2 + 2H2O
Decomposition Reactions
Definition Example
In a decomposition reaction, The decomposition of
a single reactant breaks down hydrogen peroxide into water
into two or more products. and oxygen gas.

2H2O2 → 2H2O + O2
Single Displacement
Reactions

Definition Example
A single displacement reaction Iron (Fe) displaces copper (Cu)
involves one element replacing from copper sulfate solution:
another element in a compound.
Fe + CuSO4 → FeSO4 + Cu
Double Displacement Reactions
Definition
In a double displacement reaction, the positive and negative ions of two
reactants switch places, forming two new compounds.

1 2

Example
The reaction between silver nitrate (AgNO3) and sodium chloride (NaCl)
results in the formation of silver chloride (AgCl) and sodium nitrate (NaNO3):

AgNO3 + NaCl → AgCl + NaNO3


Acid-Base Reactions

Definition
1

Neutralization
Acid-base reactions involve the transfer of hydrogen ions (H+) from
2
an acid to a base, producing salt and water. This is often called
neutralization.

Example
The reaction between hydrochloric acid (HCl) and
3 sodium hydroxide (NaOH):

HCl + NaOH → NaCl + H2O


Precipitation Reactions

1 Definition

Insoluble Compound
2 In a precipitation reaction, two soluble reactants combine to form an
insoluble product, known as a precipitate.

Example
The reaction between lead (II) nitrate (Pb(NO3)2) and
potassium iodide (KI) results in the formation of a yellow
3 precipitate of lead (II) iodide (PbI2):

Pb(NO3)2 + 2KI → PbI2 + 2KNO3


Redox (Oxidation-Reduction)
Reactions

1 2
Definition Electron Transfer
Redox reactions involve the
transfer of electrons between
species, resulting in changes in
oxidation states. Oxidation is the
loss of electrons, while reduction
is the gain of electrons.

3
Example
The reaction between zinc (Zn)
and copper (II) sulfate (CuSO4)
involves zinc being oxidized
(losing electrons) and copper
being reduced (gaining electrons):

Zn + CuSO4 → ZnSO4 + Cu
Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions

Exothermic Reactions Endothermic Reactions


These reactions release energy into the surroundings, These reactions absorb energy from the surroundings, often
usually in the form of heat or light. causing the temperature of the system to decrease.
Balancing Chemical Equations
Balancing chemical equations ensures that the number of atoms of
each element on the reactant side (left) equals the number of atoms of
that element on the product side (right). This is crucial for upholding
the law of conservation of mass.

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