Redox Flashcards
1
Q
Define oxidation and reduction in terms of electrons
A
Oxidation is loss of electrons
Reduction is gain of electrons
2
Q
What is the oxidation state of group 1 metals?
A
+1
3
Q
What is the oxidation state of group 2 metals?
A
+2
4
Q
What is the oxidation state of oxygen?
A
-2 unless peroxide (-1) or F₂O (+1)
5
Q
What is the oxidation state of hydrogen?
A
+1 unless metal hydrides e.g. LiH (-1)
6
Q
What is the oxidation state of flourine?
A
-1
7
Q
What is the oxidation state of chlorine?
A
-1 unless with O or F
8
Q
Define oxidising agent in terms of electrons
A
Electron acceptor
