Question

Explain the terms 'reactant' and 'product,
giving examples.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

reactant: the substances which react to give rise to new products

product: the substance which is formed after the reaction

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Answer 2

Answer:

Reactants – The substances which take part in a chemical reaction are called reactants.

Products – The substances which are formed due to the formation of new bonds in a chemical reaction are called products.

For example:

Here, H2 and O2 take part in the chemical reaction, hence they are reactants. H2O is formed by the formation of new bonds; hence it is a product.