What type of chemical reaction is described by the following equation? CH4 + 202 → CO₂ + 2H₂0 A combustion B. single replacement C. decomposition D. synthesis

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What type of chemical reaction is described by the following equation?
CH4 +202 → CO₂ + 2H₂O
A combustion
B. single replacement
C. decomposition
D. synthesis
Transcribed Image Text:What type of chemical reaction is described by the following equation? CH4 +202 → CO₂ + 2H₂O A combustion B. single replacement C. decomposition D. synthesis
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Given reaction is : 

CH4  + 2O ---> CO + 2H2

Here methane reacts with oxygen to form carbon dioxide and water. 

 

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