Electrochemistry 1 Flashcards
1
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Describe
Redox in terms of oxygen
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Reduction is the loss of oxygen and oxidation is the addition of oxygen
2
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Redox in terms of electrons
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Reduction is the gaining of electrons and oxidation is the loss of electrons
3
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Redox in terms of Hydrogen
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Reduction is the addition of hydrogen and oxidation is the removal of hydrogen
4
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Redox in terms of oxidation number
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Positive oxidation number means oxidation has taken place
Negative oxidation number means reduction has taken place
5
Q
Why do compounds have zero oxidation number?
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The number electrons lost is equal to the number gained
6
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State rules for assigning oxidation number
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