Question

Explain decomposition reaction.

Answer 1

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A decomposition reaction occurs when one reactant breaks down into two or more products. This can be represented by the general equation: AB → A + B.

Examples of decomposition reactions include the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen, and the breakdown of water to hydrogen and oxygen.

Answer 2

A reaction in which a compound splits up into two or more simpler substances is known as a decomposition reaction