The reaction used to inflate automobile airbags ________.
A)produces sodium gas
B)is a combustion reaction
C)is a combination reaction
D)violates the law of conservation of mass
E)is a decomposition reaction

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The reaction used to inflate automobile airbags is a decomposition reaction, where sodium azide (NaN3) decomposes into sodium metal and nitrogen gas, rapidly inflating the airbag.

The Reaction Used to Inflate Automobile Airbags ________