Question

Decomposition reaction gives us __________ compounds.

• A. simpler
• B. complex
• C. larger
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

simpler

Decomposition reaction gives us simpler compounds. It involves the breaking down on compounds into its constituent units which is the literal meaning of decomposition.

For example:

$2MgO\to 2Mg+O_2$

In the above-mentiond reaction the compound $MgO$ decomposes into $Mg$ and $O_2$.