Redox Flashcards
1
Q
What is oxidation in terms of oxygen and electrons?
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2
Q
What is reduction in terms of oxygen and electrons?
A
3
Q
What is an oxidising agent?
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4
Q
What is a reducing agent?
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5
Q
What is the oxidation state of uncombined elements?
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5
Q
What is the oxidation state of a simple ion?
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6
Q
What is the oxidation state of oxygen?
A
It is -1. This is unless it is in peroxides where it is -1.
7
Q
What is the oxidation state of hydrogen?
A
+1 unless it is in a metal hydroxide then it is -1.