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Explain the term reactant and product giving examples.

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i. The substances taking part in chemical reaction are called reactants.
ii. The substances formed as a result of a chemical reaction by formation of new bonds are called products.
iii. Examples :
a. Formation of carbon dioxide gas by combustion of coal in air is a chemical reaction. In this reaction, coal (carbon) and oxygen (from air) are the reactants while carbon dioxide is the product.
b. Decomposition of calcium carbonate by heating to form calcium oxide and carbon dioxide is a chemical reaction. In this reaction, calcium carbonate is the reactant while calcium oxide and carbon dioxide are the products.
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