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Define exchange reaction

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An exchange reaction is a combination of synthesis reaction and decomposition reaction where in a sense both are occurring over the course of the same chemical reaction
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An exchange reaction occurs between compounds that, when written as a molecular equation, appear to involve the exchange of parts between the two reactants. An exchange reaction will occur when ions in solution form insoluble products, weak electrolytes, or non electrolytes.

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