Double Replacement Reactions
Explore the principles of double replacement reactions, including precipitation, neutralization, and gas formation.
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Double Replacement Reactions
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1. Which of the following is a characteristic of a double replacement reaction?
Two elements combine to form a compound.
An element replaces another element in a compound.
The cations and anions of two different compounds swap partners.
A compound breaks down into simpler substances.
2. Which of the following is NOT a common product of a double replacement reaction?
Precipitate
Water
Gas
Single element
3. A double replacement reaction often occurs in solution.
4. When an acid and a base react in a double replacement reaction, it is called a reaction.
5. The formation of a solid from two aqueous solutions is known as .
6. Write the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between lead(II) nitrate and potassium iodide. Indicate the precipitate formed.
7. Explain the difference between a double replacement reaction that forms a precipitate and one that forms a gas.
8. All double replacement reactions produce a precipitate.
True
False
9. A neutralization reaction is a type of double replacement reaction.
True
False
Match the type of double replacement reaction with its characteristic.
10. Precipitation
a. Produces water and a salt
11. Neutralization
b. Forms a solid product
12. Gas Formation
c. Releases a gaseous product