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Chemical Reactions — When Atoms Rearrange

Strike a match — phosphorus meets oxygen, atoms rearrange, and fire is born. Every time you cook, clean, or breathe, chemical reactions are happening.

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Key Takeaway

Chemical reactions rearrange atoms into new combinations. No atoms are created or destroyed. Temperature, concentration, surface area, and catalysts affect reaction speed.

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Define chemical reaction and distinguish from physical change

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Balance simple chemical equations

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Classify reactions into 5 types

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