Types of Reactions

there are six types of reactions

1. Synthesis 
2. Decomposition
3. Simple Displacement
4. Double Displacement
5. Combustion
6. Neutralization

Synthesis

• A + B --> C
• Eg. Ca+ O2 --> CaO

Decomposition

• A --> B + C
• Eg. H2 + O2--> H2O

Single Displacement

• A = Metal,  A+ BC --> AC+ B
• A= Non metal,  A+ BC --> BA + A
• some elements are more relative, so you might need to check the Actitivty Series Sheet to see whether the reaction is possible
• An element higher up on the series is able to replace the ion below it on the table

A good website to look at:
http://www.schools.utah.gov/curr/science/sciber00/8th/matter/sciber/chemtype.htm
A cool game to play
http://www.quia.com/rr/192785.html
A easier way to memorize the reactions
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eWmMC7f9to&feature=related