Question

2H2O + O2 --> 2H2O can be classified as what type of reaction?

A) only combustion

B) only synthesis

C) something other than synthesis or combustion

D) Both synthesis and combustion

thanks!

Answer 1

It's definitely synthesis because two reactants come together to form one product.

However its not combustion as there is no hydrocarbon reactant and no carbon dioxide product.

I believe the answer is B.