When lead nitrate is heated, it breaks down into lead monoxide, nitrogen dioxide and oxygen as given below:
$2 P b (N O_{3})_{2} \to 2 P b O + 4 N O_{2} + O_{2}$
The above reaction is an example of :

combination reaction

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decomposition reaction

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double decomposition reaction

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displacement reaction

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Solution

The correct option is B decomposition reaction
Decomposition reaction is a type of reaction in which a single compound breaks down into two or more elements or new compounds. These reactions often involve an energy source such as heat, light or electricity that breaks apart the bonds of compounds.

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2 P b (N O_{3})_{2} \to 2 P b O + 4 N O_{2} + O_{2}

2 P b (N O_{3})_{2} \to 2 P b O + 4 N O_{2} + O_{2}

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2 P b {(N O_{3})}_{2} (s) H e a t - -- \to 2 P b O (s) + 4 N O_{2} (g) + O_{2} (g)

2 P b (N O_{3})_{2} \to 2 P b O + 4 N O_{2} + O_{2}

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