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2AgN03 +Cu -> 2Ag +Cu(N03)2

A. synthesis
B. Decomposition
C. Single Replacement
D. Double replacement

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Answer:

C.) Single Replacement

Step-by-step explanation:

A.) is incorrect.

In synthesis reactions, two or more atoms/compounds combine to form a larger product.

The general structure of these reactions is: A + B ----> AB.

B.) is incorrect.

In decomposition reactions, a molecule is broken down into two or more smaller components.

The general structure of these reactions is: AB ----> A + B.

C.) is correct.

In single replacement reactions, one of the elements within a compound is replaced by another element.

The general structure of these reactions is: A + BC ----> AC + B.

In this case, the given reaction is a single replacement reaction. Silver (Ag) of the original compound (AgNO₃) is replaced by copper (Cu) during the chemical reaction.

D.) is incorrect.

In double replacement reactions, the cation of one compound is swapped with the cation of another compound.

The general structure of these reactions is: AB + CD ----> AD + CB.

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