Oxidation/Reduction Flashcards
1
Q
Oxidation
A
when an element loses electrons
2
Q
Reduction
A
when an element gains electrons.
3
Q
Reduction in terms of electron transfer
A
gain of electrons
4
Q
Reduction in terms of change in oxidation number
A
decrease in oxidation number
5
Q
Oxidation number
A
charge that an atom has or appears to have when electrons are distributed according to certain rules.
