Question

The equation NaCl →Na +Cl is a ______ reaction.

Answer 1

You are looking at a decomposition reaction because the original compound is being broken into its individual elements.

Answer 2

The equation NaCl →Na +Cl is a decomposition reaction since sodium chloride is broken down into its simpler components. Decomposition reaction involves the breaking down of larger compounds into a simpler one. It usually needs energy to occur.