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What is decomposition reaction? Give two examples.

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Chemical reactions in which a compound splits up into two or more simpler substances are called decomposition reaction. 

AB → A + B 

Example: 

2KCO3 → 2KCl + O2 

PCl5 → PCl3 + Cl2

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