Redox Flashcards
1
Q
Disproportionation
A
reaction where the same element is oxidised and reduced
2
Q
Oxidation
A
loss of electrons /
an increase in oxidation number
3
Q
Oxidation number
A
number of electrons an
atom uses to bond with atoms of another element
4
Q
Oxidising agent
A
reagent which oxidises (takes electronsfrom) another species /
electron acceptor
5
Q
Redox reaction
A
reaction which involves both reduction and oxidation
6
Q
Reducing agent
A
reagent which reduces (adds electrons to) another species /
electron donor
7
Q
Reduction
A
gain of electrons or an decrease in oxidation number
