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Which type of chemical reaction occurs in 2KClO3 mc010-1.jpg 2KCl + 3O2

synthesis

decomposition

single replacement

double replacement

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The answer . is " decomposition" B
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The type of chemical reaction that occurs in

2KClO3 → 2KCl + 3O2 is decomposition reaction (answer B)


Explanation

Decomposition reaction- is type of chemical reaction that involves breaking down compound into smaller or individual elements.

KClO3 undergoes decomposition reaction and it is broken down into KCl and O2.

Mostly in decomposition reaction energy is involved to break down compounds.

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