Redox Flashcards
1
Q
What is OILRIG?
A
oxidation is losing, reduction is gaining
2
Q
What are oxidising agents?
A
electron acceptors (they go through reduction)
3
Q
What are reducing agents?
A
electron donors (they go through oxidation)
4
Q
What are good oxidising agents?
A
reactive non-metals, like F2 O2 Cl2 Br2
5
Q
What are good reducing agents?
A
reactive metals like Na, Mg, Zn