6 Redox Flashcards
1
Q
Oxidation states of all uncombined elements.
A
0
2
Q
The oxidation state of oxygen
A
2-
other than peroxides where it is 1-
and in OF2 where it is 2+
2
Q
The oxidation state of hydrogen
A
1+
(other than in metal hydrides where it is 1-)
3
Q
The oxidation state of chlorine
A
1-
(other than compounds with F and O where its positive)
4
Q
Disproportionation
A
The process by which
only one element has undergone redox in a single reaction
OR
X is oxidised and reduced
