Redox Reactions Flashcards
1
Q
What is oxidation?
A
Oxidation is the loss of electrons
2
Q
What is reduction ?
A
The gain of electrons
3
Q
What is a reducing agent?
A
An electron donor, itself is oxidised in order to reduce another species
4
Q
What is an oxidising agent?
A
An electron acceptor, itself is reduced, accepting electrons from another species.
