DECOMPOSITION REACTION
(noun)Definitions
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Decomposition Reaction.
Decomposition Reaction - as a noun
(chemistry) separation of a substance into two or more substances that may differ from each other and from the original substance
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakdown19chemical decomposition reactiondecomposition20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical reactionreaction10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"A decomposition reaction is a chemical reaction that breaks down a compound into simpler substances."
"The decomposition reaction of water produces hydrogen and oxygen gases."
"Heat is often required to initiate a decomposition reaction."
"The decomposition reaction of sodium bicarbonate produces water, carbon dioxide, and sodium carbonate."
"The decomposition reaction of hydrogen peroxide forms water and oxygen."
