Answer:
Decomposition reaction.
Explanation:
Decomposition reaction -
It is the type of reaction, where a single entity breaks down into various products under the influence of some external factors , like heat and sunlight , is referred to as a decomposition reaction.
From the question,
The reaction is -
2 HgO → 2 Hg + O₂
Hence ,
A single compound HgO breaks down to two entities , i.e. , Hg and O₂.
