When electricity is passed through water, what kind of chemical reaction occurs?

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When electricity is passed through water, what kind of chemical reaction occurs?

Answer: A. DecompositionPassing electricity through water causes electrolysis, which decomposes water into hydrogen and oxygen. This is a decomposition reaction.

  1. A.

    Decomposition

  2. B.

    Displacement

  3. C.

    Double displacement

  4. D.

    Combination

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Correct answer: A

Passing electricity through water causes electrolysis, which decomposes water into hydrogen and oxygen. This is a decomposition reaction.

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