Chemical properties of elements Flashcards
1
Q
Oxidation meaning?
A
Loss of electrons
2
Q
Allotropes meaning
A
different physical forms an element can exist in
3
Q
Amphoteric meaning?
A
Substance acting as both acid and base
4
Q
Reduction meaning?
A
Gain of electrons
5
Q
Redox meaning?
A
The transfer of electrons
6
Q
Half equation meaning?
A
shows the loss/gain of electrons