Give differences between the displacement and double displacement reactions.

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Displacement reactionsDouble displacement reactions
$1.$ In these reactions, a more active element displaces a less active element from its salt solution.$1.$ In these reactions, there is an exchange of ions between two reactants.
$2.$ These reactions are usually slow and take longer time for their completion.$2.$ These reactions are usually fast and take place instantaneously.
$3.$ During these reactions, a change of color usually takes place. Example: $Fe(s) + CuSO_4(aq) \to FeSO_4(aq) + Cu(s)$ (Blue to Light green).$3.$ During these reactions, precipitates are usually formed. Example: $AgNO_3(aq) + NaCl(aq) \to AgCl(s) \downarrow + NaNO_3(aq)$ (White precipitate).

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