Why are decomposition reactions called the opposite of combination reactions? Write equations for these reactions.
What happens when dilute hydrochloric acid is added to iron fillings ? Tick the correct answer.
Explain the ''Rancidity'' terms with one example.
Write the balanced chemical equations for the following reactions.
$(a)$ Calcium hydroxide $+$ Carbon dioxide $\rightarrow$ Calcium carbonate $+$ Water
$(b)$ Zinc $+$ Silver nitrate $\rightarrow$ zinc nitrate $+$ Silver
$(c)$ Aluminium $+$ Copper chloride $\rightarrow$ Aluminium chloride $+$ Copper
$(d)$ Barium chloride$+$ Potassium sulphate $\rightarrow$ Barium sulphate $+$ Potassium chloride
Write one equation each for decomposition reactions where energy is supplied in the form of heat, light or electricity.