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What type of reaction is
2KClO3(s)Heat−−2KCl(s)+3O2(g)?


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Combination reaction

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Thermal decomposition reaction

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Photo decomposition reaction

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Displacement reaction

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Solution

The correct option is B

Thermal decomposition reaction


The given reaction is thermal decomposition reaction. In the thermal decomposition reaction, a single substance breaks into two or more simpler substances when heated. KClO3 when heated decomposes into potassium chloride (KCl) and oxygen.


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