Hello everyone! Here we are going to go over the different types of reactions that you will come across during your time in chemistry. Below are short descriptions of the 5 basic type of the reactions with tips to remember. For a more detailed explanation, click the pictures below :)

Synthesis

This reaction involves 2 or more reactants combining together to form one product (Ex. H2O → H2 + O2 )

Tip: Think about making (synthesizing) a cake (1 product) from eggs, flour, milk (several reactants)


Decomposition

This reaction involves the breakdown of one reactants into 2 or more products

(Ex. H3CO3 → H2O + CO2 )

Tip: Think about making (synthesizing) a cake (1 product) from eggs, flour, milk (several reactants)


Combustion


Single Replacement


Double Replacement