reaction with oxygen Flashcards
1
Q
what is an oxidation reaction?
A
A reaction that needs oxygen for it to occur is called an oxidation reaction.
2
Q
What is a corrosion reaction?
A
Most metals corrode when they are exposed to water, air or other chemicals. The chemical reactions that break down metals to form other compounds are called corrosion reactions.
3
Q
What is a hydrocarbon?
A
A hydrocarbon is an organic compound containing both carbon and hydrogen atoms.
4
Q
General word equations you need to know:
A
- Oxygen + metal –> metal oxide
- oxygen + carbon –> carbon dioxide + water
- acid +base –> a salt + water
- acid + carbonate –> a salt + water + carbon dioxide
- acid + hydrogen carbonate –> a salt + water + carbon dioxide
- acid + a metal –> a salt + hydrogen
5
Q
What is released into the atmosphere in combustion reactions?
A
CO2 is released into atmosphere
