| A | B |
| balanced chemical equation | same number of atoms on both sides |
| chemical reaction | well-defined example of chemical change |
| chlorofluorocarbon(CFC) | compound that contains chlorine,fluorine, and carbon |
| decomposition reaction | substance breaks down into simpler substances |
| double displacement reaction | two ionic compounds react to form a precipitate,water,or a gas |
| endothermic reaction | energy is absorbed |
| exothermic reaction | energy is given off |
| inhibitor | slows down a reaction rate |
| single displacement reaction | an element replaces another in a compound |
| synthesis reaction | two or more substances combine |