Reaction Examples: The chemical reaction H2(g) + ½ O2(g) → H2O(l) describes the formation of water from its elements.
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Reaction Definition: A reaction or chemicaal reaction is a chemical change which forms new substances.
Reaction Examples: The chemical reaction H2(g) + ½ O2(g) → H2O(l) describes the formation of water from its elements.
Reaction Examples: The chemical reaction H2(g) + ½ O2(g) → H2O(l) describes the formation of water from its elements.
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