Which statement correctly compares synthesis and decomposition reactions?
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Synthesis and decomposition reactions are opposites of each other. Synthesis reactions are in the form A + B → AB, while decomposition reactions are in the form AB → A + B.
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Synthesis and decomposition reactions are opposites of each other. Synthesis reactions are in the form AB → A + B, while decomposition reactions are in the form A + B → AB.
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Synthesis and decomposition reactions are both neutralization reactions. Synthesis reactions are in the form AB → A + B, while decomposition reactions are in the form A + B → AB.
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Synthesis and decomposition reactions are both neutralization reactions. Synthesis reactions are in the form A + B → AB, while decomposition reactions are in the form AB → A + B.
The correct statement is b. Synthesis and decomposition reactions are opposites of each other. Synthesis reactions are in the form AB → A + B, while decomposition reactions are in the form A + B → AB.
The correct statement is:
b) Synthesis and decomposition reactions are opposites of each other. Synthesis reactions are in the form AB → A + B, while decomposition reactions are in the form A + B → AB.
The correct answer is option b:
Synthesis and decomposition reactions are opposites of each other. Synthesis reactions are in the form AB → A + B, while decomposition reactions are in the form A + B → AB.
To compare synthesis and decomposition reactions, you need to know their definitions and the equations that represent them.
Synthesis reactions involve two or more reactants combining to form a single product. The general form of a synthesis reaction is AB → A + B. In other words, two or more substances come together to form a new compound.
On the other hand, decomposition reactions involve a single compound breaking down into two or more simpler substances. The general form of a decomposition reaction is A + B → AB. Here, a compound breaks apart into its individual components.
Therefore, option b correctly compares synthesis and decomposition reactions by stating that synthesis reactions are in the form AB → A + B and decomposition reactions are in the form A + B → AB.