Question

Below are 2 word equations. For each, identify the type of equation and write a chemical equation with symbols for the word equation. (I have solved the equations but I am not sure what the question means by ``type of equation``)

a) Potassium was discovered in 1807 by electrically decomposing potash (potassium chloride). (2 marks)

b) A deadly gas (hydrogen cyanide) is produced when hydrochloric acid is added to a potassium cyanide solution. (2 marks)

Answer 1

Type of reaction means
a. decomposition
b. single replacement
c. double replacement
d. redox
etc.

Answer 2

Thank you so much!