Key Words Flashcards
1
Q
What is oxidisation?
A
The loss of electrons from a substance
2
Q
What is reduction?
A
The gaining of electrons from a substance
3
Q
What is displacement?
A
When a more reactive element replaces a less reactive element from the same group
4
Q
What is the general equation for neutralisation
A
Acid + Base -> a Salt + Water
5
Q
What is the general equatiom for carbonates and acids?
A
Acid + a Carbonate -> a Salt + Water + Carbon Dioxide
6
Q
What is equilibrium?
A
When in a reversible reaction the concentration of the products and reactants don’t change
7
Q
What is a reversible reaction?
A
When the products can be split up to make the reactans again
