Which type of chemical decomposition reaction is the following reaction? Cu(OH)2heat−−→CuO+H2O
A
Decomposition of one element into one compound and one element
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B
Decomposition of a compound into two new compounds
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C
Decomposition of one compound into two elements
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D
Decomposition of one compound into two compound and one element
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Solution
The correct option is B Decomposition of a compound into two new compounds In the given reaction copper hydroxide decompose in copper oxide and water on heating. It is an example of decomposition of a compound in two new compounds.