Combination reactions are reactions in which
Two or more reactants form one product / compound
A decomposition reaction is when a compound breaks down. This is as a result of
Heating or electrolysis
Simple-displacement reactions are often classified as
Redox reactions
Neutralization reactions occur when
An acid reacts with a base to produce salt and water
The oxidation number of a free element is
Zero
The oxidation number of Group 1A is
+1
The oxidation number of Group 2A is
+2
Halogens typically have a -1 oxidation charge unless with
Element of higher electronegativity
Hydrogen is typically +1 unless placed with
Less electronegative atoms
What is the charge of O in peroxides?
-1