Chapter 12 quiz Flashcards
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theoretical definition of oxidization
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the loss of electrons, results in an increase in oxidization number
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theoretical definition of reduction
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gain of electrons, results in decrease in oxidization number
3
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operational definition of oxidization
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the reaction with molecular oxygen
4
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operational definition of reduction
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the extraction of metals from metal ore
5
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oxidizing agent definition
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reactant being reduced, causing another reagent to be oxidized
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reducing agent definition
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reactant being oxidized, causing another agent to be reduced
7
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redox reaction
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involve transfer of electrons
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8
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disproportionation definition
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sometimes some atoms of an element can undergo oxidization while some atom of the same element undergo reduction
