Halogen Displacement Reactions Involve Transfer of Electrons Flashcards
1
Q
What happens when a displacement reaction happens?
A
Electrons are passed from the iodine to the chlorine
2
Q
What is a loss of electrons called?
A
Oxidation
3
Q
What is a gain in electrons called?
A
A reduction
4
Q
What happens simultaneously in displacement reactions?
A
Reduction and oxidation
5
Q
What does an oxidising agent do?
A
Accepts electrons and gets reduced
6
Q
What does a reducing agent do?
A
Donates electrons and gets oxidised
7
Q
What are redox reactions?
A
Reactions where reduction and oxidation happen at the same time
8
Q
Check example page 33
A
Ok
