Oxidation-Reduction Reactions (4.2.3)

Question 1

• In an oxidation-reduction reaction, electrons are transferred between a pair of reacting species.

Answer 1

• In an oxidation-reduction reaction, electrons are transferred between a pair of reacting species.

Question 2

• An oxidation-reduction reaction involves two half-reactions.

Answer 2

• An oxidation-reduction reaction involves two half-reactions.

Question 3

• Oxygen is a powerful oxidizing agent (oxidant) as can be seen in the formation of rust during which iron loses electrons to oxygen.

Answer 3

• Oxygen is a powerful oxidizing agent (oxidant) as can be seen in the formation of rust during which iron loses electrons to oxygen.