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CHM 101 General Chemistry Objective Question
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What is a double displacement reaction?
Options
A Reactions in which ions are exchanged between two reactants forming new compounds
Correct Answer
B Reactions where one element replaces another
C Reactions where a compound splits apart
D Reactions where two elements combine
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Double displacement reactions are reactions in which ions are exchanged between two reactants forming new compounds. Cations and anions in the reactants switch partners to form products like trade by barter. Its general form is AB + CD → AD + CB.

Hint

Think of ions swapping partners between reactants.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: General Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 453 of 1872
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