Which reaction does NOT need heat to proceed?
- 2 H₂O → 2 H₂ + O₂
- 2 AgCl → 2 Ag + Cl₂
- CaO + H₂O → Ca(OH)₂
- CaCO₃ → CaO + CO₂
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Correct answer: C. CaO + H₂O → Ca(OH)₂
Slaking of lime is a vigorous combination that releases heat rather than needing it.
The other three are decompositions that require heat, electricity, or sunlight.