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synthesis reaction
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a chemical reaction in which two or more substances react to form a single substance
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decomposition reactions
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a chemical reaction in which a compound breaks down into two or simpler
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single-replacement reaction
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a chemical reaction in which one element takes the place of another element in a compound
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double replacement reaction
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a chemical reaction in which two compounds exchange positive ions and form two new compounds
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combustion reaction
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a chemical reaction in which a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, often producing heat and light
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oxidation-reduction reaction
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a chemical reaction in which electrons are transferred from one reactant to another
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chemical energy
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the energy stored in chemical bonds
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exothermic reaction
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a chemical reaction that releases energy to it's surroundings
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endothermic reaction
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a chemical reaction that absorbs energy from it's surroundings
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reaction rate
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the rate at which reactants change into products over time
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