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Chemical Reactions and Equations — Syllabus

Punjab Board · Class 10 · Science

What Chemical Reactions and Equations covers in Punjab Board Class 10 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · Punjab Board Class 10 Science · 2026-27

Topics in Chemical Reactions and Equations

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1. Chemical Equations

  • A chemical reaction involves breaking and making of bonds between atoms to form new substances.
  • Signs of a chemical reaction: change in state, change in colour, evolution of gas, change in temperature.
  • A word equation describes a reaction using names of reactants and products. Example: Magnesium + Oxygen → Magnesium oxide.
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2. Steps to Balance a Chemical Equation (Hit-and-Trial Method)

  • Step 1: Write the skeletal (unbalanced) chemical equation.
  • Step 2: Draw boxes around each formula to remind yourself not to change them.
  • Step 3: Count and list the number of atoms of each element on both sides.
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3. Types of Chemical Reactions

  • There are five main types of chemical reactions: Combination, Decomposition, Displacement, Double Displacement, and Oxidation-Reduction (Redox).
  • COMBINATION: Two or more reactants combine to form a single product. A + B → AB.
  • Example of combination: CaO(s) + H₂O(l) → Ca(OH)₂(aq) + Heat (Quick lime + Water → Slaked lime).
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4. Effects of Oxidation in Everyday Life – Corrosion and Rancidity

  • Corrosion is the process by which metals are attacked by substances in their environment (moisture, acids, etc.) and are slowly eaten away.
  • Rusting of iron is the most common example of corrosion: Iron + Water + Oxygen → Rust (hydrated iron oxide Fe₂O₃.xH₂O).
  • Silver develops a black coating (silver sulphide) and copper develops a green coating (copper carbonate/basic copper carbonate) – both are examples of corrosion.

Key Concepts

A chemical reaction occurs when substancesA word equation describes a chemicalA balanced chemical equation hasA combination reaction occurs when twoA decomposition reaction is the opposite

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What are the important topics in Chemical Reactions and Equations for Punjab Board Class 10 Science?
Key topics in Chemical Reactions and Equations include Chemical Equations, Steps to Balance a Chemical Equation (Hit-and-Trial Method), Types of Chemical Reactions, Effects of Oxidation in Everyday Life – Corrosion and Rancidity. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Punjab Board Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Chemical Reactions and Equations for the Punjab Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Chemical Reactions and Equations. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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