Redox Flashcards
1
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Reduction
A
Gain of electrons or a decrease in oxidation number.
2
Q
Oxidation
A
Loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation number.
3
Q
Oxidation Number
A
A measure of the number of electrons that an atom uses to bond with atoms of another element. Oxidation numbers are derived from a set of rules.
4
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Oxidising Agent
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A reagent that oxidises (takes electrons from) another species.
5
Q
Disproportionation
A
The oxidation and reduction of the same element in a redox reaction.
6
Q
Redox Reaction
A
A reaction in which both reduction and oxidation takes place.
