Which of the following statements is true for a decomposition reaction?

A) new atoms are formed

B) a single product is formed

C) multiple products are formed

D) multiple reactants break down

C) multiple products are formed

Explanation:

In a decomposition reaction, a single reactant breaks down into two or more products. For example,

H₂CO₃ ⟶ H₂O + CO₂

A) is wrong. No new atoms are formed.

C) multiple products are formed.

Explanation:

Decomposition reactions are chemical reactions through which a reactant gives several products. This could be also called chemical breakdowns.

A simple example of decomposition reaction is the chemical breakdown that can be subdued to water through electrolysis process, separating the Hydrogen and Oxygen.