Question

what type of reaction is shown below? 2 kclo₃ (s) → kcl (s) + o₂ (g) synthesis double replacement decomposition acid/base neutralization

Explanation:

• Synthesis reaction: Combines two or more substances to form one product. Here, one reactant breaks into multiple products, so not synthesis.
• Double - replacement reaction: Involves the exchange of ions between two compounds. This reaction has only one reactant, so not double - replacement.
• Decomposition reaction: A single compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances. \(2KClO_3(s)\to KCl(s)+O_2(g)\) shows \(KClO_3\) decomposing into \(KCl\) and \(O_2\).
• Acid/base neutralization: Occurs between an acid and a base to form salt and water. No acid - base interaction here.

Answer:

decomposition