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Use arrows to link the type of reaction to its description and to its generic formula.

Type of Description Formula


Reaction
Synthesis Atoms in different compounds A + BX -> AX +
trade places. B

Decomposition A reaction in which a AH + BOH ->


compound reacts with oxygen. AB + H2O

Single Combining of two or more A + O2 -> CO2


Replacement simple substances to make a + H2O
more complex one.
Double An uncombined element A + B -> AB
Replacement replaces an element that is
part of a compound.
Acid/Base An acid and a base react to AB -> A + B
form a salt and water in
aqueous solution.
Combustion A complex substance breaks AX + BY -> AY
down into two or more + BX
simpler substances.

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