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What is a combustion reaction reaction?

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Any rxn that is (generally) and organic molecule + O_{2 ->} H₂O + CO₂
Thats just generally what it looks like.

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What type of reaction is a combustion reaction?
An Oxidation Reaction.It may also be a redox reaction.
Is a combustion reaction an endothermic reaction?
No, it is exothermic.
What are the products and reactions in a combustion reaction?
the products are an organic compound and oxygen. the reactants are water and carbon dioxide.
How is a decomposition reaction different from a combustion reaction?
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How do decomposition reactions differ from combustion reactions?
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