3/12 Quiz Flashcards
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What is the element called that causes the oxidation
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Oxidizing agent
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What is the element called that causes the reduction
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Reducing agent
2
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Oxidation state of an atom by itself in its elemental state
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Zero. (O2 or Cu or Fe or Na)
3
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Fluorine oxidation number
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Always -1
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Hydrogen oxidation number
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Mostly +1
5
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Oxygen oxidation number
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-2
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Halogen oxidation numbers
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-1 unless combined with F or O
7
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Group one metals oxidation number
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+1
