Chapter 8b Flashcards
1
Q
Reduction
A
Process of gaining one or more electrons
2
Q
You can not have oxidation without reduction so…..
A
These processes must occur together
3
Q
Single replacement
A
A single element replaces another element in a compound
4
Q
Combustion
A
“Fuel” {hydrocarbon CH} reacts with O2 to form CO2 and H2O
5
Q
Synthesis
A
2 or more reactants produce 1 product
6
Q
Decomposition
A
1 reactant breaks apart into 2 or more products
7
Q
Oxidation
A
Process of losing one or more electrons
