Redox reactions Flashcards
1
Q
What does redox reaction mean?
A
Reduction and oxidation, the two processes that occur simultaneously in the majority of chemical reactions.
2
Q
What equation do you use to present a redox reaction?
A
A half equation
3
Q
Redox reactions involve ______ of electrons.
A
Transfer
4
Q
Reduction
A
Charge becomes more negative
5
Q
Oxidation
A
Charge becomes more positive
6
Q
Acronym
A
Oxidation
Is
Lost
Reduction
Is
Gain
7
Q
What are the steps for balancing a half equation for redox?
A
- Balance non O2 atoms
- Balance o2 by adding H2O
- Balance H by adding H+
- Balance charge by adding e-
8
Q
Oxygen goes through reduction, is it an oxidizer or reducer?
A
oxidizer
