redox Flashcards
1
Q
oxidation
A
loss of electrons, oxidation state increases
2
Q
reduction
A
gain electrons, oxidation state decreases.
3
Q
Reducing agent
A
Electron doner
4
Q
Oxidisng agent
A
Electron acceptor
5
Q
Prioriting oxidation states
A
Uncobined elements
metals
flourine
hydrogen
oxygen
chlorine