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

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2KClO₃ → 2KCl + 3O₂
This type of reaction is known as a DECOMPOSITION reaction since a single compound (KClO₃) is broken down into two new compounds (KCl & O₂) without having reacted with another compound. Instead, such a reaction usually involves the original compound being overcome by energy in the form of heat, electricity or even light.
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