Redox Reactions Flashcards

1
Q

What is the reaction called when electrons are transferred?

A

A Redox Reaction

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2
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In terms of electrons, what is Oxidation?

A

The loss of electrons

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3
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In terms of electrons, what is reduction?

A

The gaining of electrons

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4
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What does a more reactive metal do when it reacts with a less reactive metal?

A

It will displace the less reactive metal from its compound

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5
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What are displacement reactions equivalent to?

A

Redox Reactions

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6
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When do Reduction and Oxidation happen?

A

At the same time hence “REDOX”

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7
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In Displacement reactions what always gains electrons?

A

The metal ion and it is also reduced

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