What happens in a combination reaction? Explain.
Combination reaction:
A+B→AB
Example:
2Na(s)+Cl2(g)→NaCl(s)
Answer the following questions.
(a) Name the different types of chemical reaction.
(b) Explain the difference between a combination and dissociation reaction.
(c) Explain with examples what is meant by oxidation.
(d) Explain with examples what is meant by reduction.
(e) What is a catalyst?
(f) On what factors does the speed of chemical reactions depend?