Chemical Reactions

Chemistry
Concept: Chemical Reactions

What is a reaction:

You see numerous reactions around you everyday. Like the making of Rajma! Yes, the making of rajma for lunch or dinner is also an example of a reaction.





Similarly, when chemical elements are involved in a reaction, the reaction is called a Chemical Reaction.

Definition:-
The process in which reactants combine/react to form products is called Chemical Reaction. Reactants are present on the LHS and products formed are represented on the RHS . The reaction rate is shown by an arrow, which indicated the direction of the reaction.

Example:-

Magnesium + Oxygen → Magnesium oxide

Mg + O2 → MgO

The substances that undergo chemical change in the above reaction,
magnesium and oxygen, are the reactants. The new substance,
magnesium oxide, formed during the reaction, is the product.

Click below to see the above reaction, burning of a magnesium ribbon.