Physical- Oxidation Flashcards
1
Q
What is the oxidation state of a metal in its compound?
A
The charge on the ion that it forms
2
Q
What is the oxidation state of chromium in the Cr2+ ion?
A
+2
3
Q
What is the oxidation state of chromium in the CrCl3 ?
A
+3
4
Q
What does an oxidising agent do?
A
Accepts electrons/ donates oxygen
5
Q
What are redox reactions?
A
Reactions in which both oxidation and reduction occur
6
Q
What is the oxidation state of O in K2MnO4?
A
-2
7
Q
What is the oxidation state for element ie Fe
A
Zero
8
Q
What does a reducing agent do?
A
Accept oxygen/ donates electrons
9
Q
What is the oxidation state of K in K2MnO4 ?
A
+1
