Question

    When electricity is passed through water, what kind of

    chemical reaction occurs?
    A Decomposition Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Displacement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Double displacement Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Combination Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    When electricity is passed through water, a decomposition reaction called electrolysis occurs, splitting water (H₂O) into hydrogen gas (H₂) and oxygen gas (O₂). 

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