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What is the difference between displacement and double displacement reactions? Write equations for these reactions.

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In a displacement reaction, a more reactive element replaces a less reactive element from a compound.

where A is more reactive than B

In a double displacement reaction, two atoms or a group of atoms switch places to form new compounds.

For example:

Displacement reaction:

Double displacement reaction:



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