C5 Displacement Reactions Flashcards
1
Q
What happens when metals react
A
Metals lose electrons and become positive ions
This is called oxidisation
Outer electron is further from nucleus and more easily lost
2
Q
What is oxidation
What is reduction
Remember oil rig
A
Oxidation is loss of electrons
Reduction is gain of electrons
3
Q
What is a redox reaction?
A
A reaction where both oxidation and reduction occur
