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Classify the following reaction: 2H2O 2H2 + O2

A. synthesis
B. neutralization
C. decomposition
D. single replacement

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synthesis i do believe

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The answer is: C. decomposition.

Decomposition is reaction where one substance is broken down into two or more simpler substances.

Balanced chemical reaction of water decomposition: 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂.

This is decomposition reaction, because from one molecule (water) two molecules (hydrogen and oxygen) are produced.

Chemical decomposition is opposite of chemical synthesis.

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