Hello Candidate,
Decomposition Rxn : The reaction in which one reactant decomposes into two or more products is called a decomposition reaction. This is just same as the word 'decompose'.
Ex. CO2 -------------> C + O2
So, by this you can check any reaction is decomposition or not.
Hope this helps.
Question : The reaction between an acid and a base to give a salt and water is called______.
Option 1: neutralisation reaction
Option 2: combination reaction
Option 3: displacement reaction
Option 4: decomposition reaction
Question : Burning of coal is an example of_________.
Option 1: decomposition reaction
Option 2: double displacement reaction
Option 3: combination reaction
Option 4: displacement reaction
Question : The working of a dry cell is based on
Option 1: Decomposition reaction
Option 2: Spontaneous oxidation-reduction reaction
Option 3: Combination reaction
Option 4: Electrolysis
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