Redox Flashcards
1
Q
simply what do oxidation states show
A
how many electrons an atom has gained or lost
2
Q
what is the oxidation rule for uncombinde elements
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3
Q
what is the oxidation number rule for simple ions
A
number is the charge on the ion
4
Q
what is the rule of oxidation for a neutral compound
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5
Q
what is the oxidation number rule for complex ions (ions containing more than one ion)
A
sums to the total charge of the ion
6
Q
what is hydrogens normal oxidation number and the exception to this rule
A
normally hydrogen= +1
hydrogen = -1 as a metal hydride
7
Q
what is oxygens normal oxidation number and the exception to this rule
A
normally oxygen = -2
oxygen = -1 as a peroxide
8
Q
what is fluorine’s normal oxidation number
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-1
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