L. Identification. Identify the following statement. Write your answer on the space provided before each question. 1 This is when the positive ions(cations) and negative ions (anions) of different compounds switch places, forming entirely different compounds. 2 This is when oxygen combines with a hydrocarbon to form carbon dioxide and water. 3 This is when one element replaces another element from a compound. 4 Reactants combine to form a single product 5 In this reaction, a single reactant breaks down into simpler ones. (2 or more products).