Redox, Rusting and Iron Flashcards
1
Q
redox reaction
A
oxidation and reduction occur at the same time
2
Q
Oxidation
A
- Gain of oxygen
- Loss of hydrogen
- A Loss of electrons
3
Q
Reduction
A
Loss of oxygen
Gain of hydrogen
Gain of electrons
4
Q
Reduction
A
The reverse of oxidation
5
Q
Displacement reaction
A
A more reactive metal takes the place of a less reactive metal in a compound
6
Q
What reaction involves the transfer of electrons?
A
A displacement reaction
7
Q
Two main types of displacement reactions
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- a solid metal reacting with a solution containing metal ions
- a solid metal reacting with a solid metal oxide
