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Decomposition Reaction

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Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

A decomposition reaction is a type of chemical reaction where one compound breaks down into two or more simpler substances.

AP course connection

Topic 5.8: 5.8 Reaction Mechanism and Rate Law

Unit 5

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