Redox Reactions Flashcards
What are redox reactions?
Reactions in which there is a change in the oxidation states of the atoms of elements.
What occurs during redox reactions?
The transfer of electrons from one atom to another occur and two opposite processes take place simultaneously.
What is Oxidation?
Process where electrons are donated.
The element that donates the electron is called the reducing agent.
What is reduction?
Process of obtaining electrons
Obtaining element is known as the oxidizing agent
What occurs to oxidizing agents and reducing agents during a redox reaction?
Reducing agents get oxidized and oxidizing agents get reduced
In which kind of reactions is redox reactions most common?
In nature ~ Photosynthesis, respiration, fermentation, decay
In industry - Fertilizer and metal production
Everyday life - Combustion of fuel, rusting of iron
