Chemistry 4.1.4 Flashcards
1
Q
What is ‘Oxidation’? (2)
A
-Loss of Electrons. (OILRIG)
-Gain of Oxygen.
2
Q
What is ‘Reduction’? (2)
A
-Gain of Electrons. (OILRIG)
-Loss of Oxygen.
3
Q
What is a ‘Spectator Ion’?
A
An Ion in a Reaction that is the same on both the Reactant & Product Side- it doesn’t partake in any Chemical Reactions.
4
Q
Cu2+ + 2e- —–> …
A
Cu