Oxidation rules Flashcards
1
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rule 1
A
the oxidation of an atom in a free element is 0
2
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rule 2
A
The oxidation state of a monoatomic ion is equal to it’s charge
3
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rule 3
A
The sum of the oxidation state of all atoms in:
- a neutral molecule or formula unit is 0
- an ion is equal to the charge of the ion
4
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rule 4
A
1A metals: +1
2A metals: +2
5
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rule 5
A
chart Fluorine: -1 Hydrogen: +1 Oxygen: -2 7A: -1 6A: -2 5A: -3
