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Class10 CBSE Chemical Reactions Notes

The document provides notes on chemical reactions and equations for Class 10 CBSE, detailing the definition of chemical reactions, indicators, types, and balancing equations. It covers various reaction types including combination, decomposition, displacement, and double displacement, along with concepts of oxidation, reduction, corrosion, and rancidity. Important exam equations and quick revision points are also included for effective study.

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Class10 CBSE Chemical Reactions Notes

The document provides notes on chemical reactions and equations for Class 10 CBSE, detailing the definition of chemical reactions, indicators, types, and balancing equations. It covers various reaction types including combination, decomposition, displacement, and double displacement, along with concepts of oxidation, reduction, corrosion, and rancidity. Important exam equations and quick revision points are also included for effective study.

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Class 10 CBSE – Chemical Reactions and

Equations Notes

1. Chemical Reaction
A process in which one or more substances are converted into new substances with different
properties.

Indicators of a Chemical Reaction


• Change in colour
• Change in temperature
• Evolution of gas
• Formation of precipitate
• Change in state

2. Chemical Equation
Word Equation: Magnesium + Oxygen → Magnesium Oxide
Balanced Equation: 2Mg + O■ → 2MgO

3. Balancing Chemical Equations


Law of Conservation of Mass: Total mass of reactants = Total mass of products.
Steps: Count atoms → Adjust coefficients → Recheck atoms.

4. Types of Chemical Reactions


(a) Combination Reaction
Two or more substances combine to form a single product.
CaO + H■O → Ca(OH)■

(b) Decomposition Reaction


A compound breaks into simpler substances.
2AgCl → 2Ag + Cl■

(c) Displacement Reaction


A more reactive element displaces a less reactive element.
Zn + CuSO■ → ZnSO■ + Cu

(d) Double Displacement Reaction


Exchange of ions between compounds.
BaCl■ + Na■SO■ → BaSO■ + 2NaCl

5. Oxidation and Reduction


Oxidation: Addition of oxygen / removal of hydrogen.
Reduction: Removal of oxygen / addition of hydrogen.
Example: CuO + H■ → Cu + H■O

6. Redox Reaction
Oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously.

7. Corrosion
Gradual destruction of metals by reaction with air, moisture, etc.
Example: Rusting of iron.
Prevention: Painting, galvanization, greasing, alloying.

8. Rancidity
Oxidation of fats and oils causing unpleasant smell and taste.
Prevention: Refrigeration, airtight containers, antioxidants, nitrogen packing.

Important Exam Equations


2H■ + O■ → 2H■O
CaCO■ → CaO + CO■
Fe + CuSO■ → FeSO■ + Cu
2Pb(NO■)■ → 2PbO + 4NO■ + O■

Quick Revision
• Combination = Many → One
• Decomposition = One → Many
• Displacement = Element replaces element
• Double Displacement = Exchange of ions
• Oxidation = Gain O / Lose H
• Reduction = Lose O / Gain H

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