Which Equation Would Be Described as a Decomposition Reaction?
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question 45

Multiple Choice

Which equation would be described as a decomposition reaction?

• A) 2 CO + O₂\(\rightarrow\)2 CO₂
• B) CuCO₃ \(\rightarrow\)CuO + CO₂
• C) 2 AgNO₃ + Na₂CrO₄ \(\rightarrow\)Ag₂CrO₄ + 2 NaNO₃
• D) Zn + Cu(NO₃)₂ \(\rightarrow\) Zn(NO₃)₂ + Cu

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