Redox Flashcards
1
Q
What is reduction in terms of oxidation number?
A
Reduction is decrease in oxidation number
2
Q
What is oxidation in terms of electrons?
A
Oxidation is loss of electrons
3
Q
What is reduction in terms of electrons?
A
Reduction is gain of electrons
4
Q
What is the oxidation number of an uncombined element?
A
0
5
Q
What is the definition of disproportionation?
A
The oxidation and reduction of the same element in a redox reaction
6
Q
What is oxidation in terms of oxidation number?
A
Oxidation is increase in oxidation number
