What types of reaction is Cu (s) + 2AgNO3(aq) → 2Ag(s) + Cu(NO3)2(aq)?
A. Single replacement
B. Double replacement
C. Synthesis
D. Decomposition
This is a single replacement reaction in which copper replaces silver. The copper combines with the nitrate ions, and the silver precipitates out. Single replacement reactions have the general form of
A + BC →AC + B. Double replacement reactions have the general form of AB + CD→ AD + CB. Synthesis reactions have the general form of A + B →AB. Decomposition reactions have the general form AB→ A+B.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.