Question

Use the reaction to answer the question.

2KCl → 2K + Cl2

Which type of reaction is shown?

(1 point)
Responses

decomposition
decomposition

combination
combination

displacement
displacement

combustion

Answer 1

The reaction shown, where 2KCl breaks down into 2K and Cl2, is a **decomposition** reaction. In a decomposition reaction, a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products. Therefore, the correct response is:

**decomposition**