Oxidation Flashcards
1
Q
Iron + oxygen
A
Iron oxide
2
Q
What is oxidation?
A
When a substance (metal/non-metal) reacts with oxygen to form an oxide
3
Q
Zinc + oxygen
A
Zinc oxide
4
Q
What is the phlogiston theory?
A
An incorrect theory of combustion that posited that when a substance is burned, it releases an undetectable substance called phlogiston, which is absorbed by the air
5
Q
What is an example of the phlogiston theory?
A
When a candle is burned, phlogiston is transferred from it to the surrounding air
