OILRIG Reactions 🛢️ Flashcards
1
Q
What does OILRIG stand for ?
A
Oxidation is loss (of electrons
Reduction is gain (of electrons)
2
Q
What is oxidation?
A
Loss of electrons
3
Q
What is reduction?
A
Gain of electrons
4
Q
What is a redox reaction?
A
A reactions in which oxidation AND reduction have taken place