Which of the Following Is a Balanced Equation for the Decomposition

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a balanced equation for the decomposition reaction that occurs when solid copper(II) hydroxide, Cu(OH) ₂, is heated?

• A)Cu(OH)₂(s)→ Cu(s)+ (OH)₂(g)
• B)Cu(OH)₂(s)→ Cu(s)+ 2OH(g)
• C)2Cu(OH)₂(s)→ 2Cu(s)+ H₂O(g)
• D)Cu(OH)₂(s)→ Cu(s)+ H₂O(g)
• E)Cu(OH)₂(s)→ CuO(s)+ H₂O(g)

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