How many types of decomposition reaction
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Decomposition reactions can be classified into three types: Thermal decomposition reaction. Electrolytic decomposition reaction. Photo decomposition reaction.
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Decomposition is a type of chemical reaction. It is defined as the reaction in which a single compound splits into two or more simple substances under suitable conditions. It is just the opposite of the combination reaction.
For example: The digestion of food in our body is accompanied by a number of decomposition reactions. The major constituents of our food such as carbohydrates, fats proteins, etc., decompose to form a number of simpler substances. These substances further react, releasing large amounts of energy, which keeps our body working.
Types of Decomposition Reactions
Decomposition reactions can be classified into three types:
Thermal decomposition reactionElectrolytic decomposition reactionPhoto decomposition reactionThermal decomposition is a chemical reaction where a single substance breaks into two or more simple substances when heated. The reaction is usually endothermic because heat is required to break the bonds present in the substance.
Electrolytic decomposition may result when electric current is passed through an aqueous solution of a compound. A good example is the electrolysis of water.
Photo decomposition is a chemical reaction in which a substance is broken down into simple substances by exposure to light (photons).
For example: The digestion of food in our body is accompanied by a number of decomposition reactions. The major constituents of our food such as carbohydrates, fats proteins, etc., decompose to form a number of simpler substances. These substances further react, releasing large amounts of energy, which keeps our body working.
Types of Decomposition Reactions
Decomposition reactions can be classified into three types:
Thermal decomposition reactionElectrolytic decomposition reactionPhoto decomposition reactionThermal decomposition is a chemical reaction where a single substance breaks into two or more simple substances when heated. The reaction is usually endothermic because heat is required to break the bonds present in the substance.
Electrolytic decomposition may result when electric current is passed through an aqueous solution of a compound. A good example is the electrolysis of water.
Photo decomposition is a chemical reaction in which a substance is broken down into simple substances by exposure to light (photons).
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