C3.3.1 - Redox reactions Flashcards
1
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What is a redox reaction?
A
A reaction in which oxidation and reduction happen at the same time
2
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What is reduction?
A
The loss of oxygen or the the gain of electrons
3
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What is oxidation?
A
The gain of oxygen or loss of electrons
4
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What is the oxidising agent?
A
A substance that oxidises another substance by donating oxygen or by accepting electrons
5
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What is the reducing agent?
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A substance that reduces another substance by accepting oxygen or by donating electrons
6
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What does OILRIG mean?
A
Oxidation is loss of electrons, Reduction is gain of electrons
