T3 Flashcards by George Daby | Brainscape

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What is an oxidising agent?

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accepts electrons from the species being oxidised.

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What is a reducing agent?

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donates lectrons to the species being reduced.

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What is a disproportionation reaction?

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A species is simultaneously oxidised and reduced.

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