We've never heard of them.

Today we will learn about the five different chemical reactions. Can any of you name one?

The Five Chemical Reactions

-Synthesis

-Decomposition

-Single Displacement

-Double Displacement

-Combustion

Synthesis Reaction:

A synthesis reaction can be described when two or more substances combine together and form a single compound.

Any questions?

What is an example of this?

An example of a synthesis reaction that may occur in everyday life is when you're baking a cake. The multiple ingredients in the recipe mix together to create one form of batter.

A+B=AB

Decomposition Reaction:

When a compound breaks down into two or more smaller substances.

Each time you use a vacuum cleaner an ozone from the sparking brushes is created in the motor. The ozone created is destroyed by the oxygen in the air.

How can you identify a decomposition reaction?

You can identify a decomposition reaction by looking at AB = A+B. AB represents the compound which then breaks down into A and B.

Single Displacement Reaction:

A single displacement reaction is when an element reacts with a compound and takes the place of another element in that compound.

Is it true these solutions can be identified by plugging in the compounds/reactants into the general formula A + BC = AB + C?

Single Displacement Reaction:

A single displacement reaction is when an element reacts with a compound and takes the place of another element in that compound.

ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDING! Yes, that is right. You're most definitely smarter than a fifth grader.