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CHM 101 General Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What is a combination reaction?
Options
A A reaction where a compound splits into simpler products
B A reaction where two elements or compounds combine to give one single product
Correct Answer
C A reaction where one element displaces another
D A reaction where ions are exchanged
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A combination reaction occurs when two elements or one element and one compound or two compounds combine to give one single product. It is sometimes called synthesis reaction and has the general form A+B→AB.

Hint

The notes define this as a synthesis reaction with the form A+B→AB.

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