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Topic 3 Redox Flashcards

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What is an oxidation number

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The number of electrons an atom uses to bond with any other atom

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Oxidation number of oxygen in peroxides

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-1

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Oxidation

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Loss of electrons
Gain in oxidation number

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Disproportionation reaction

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A reaction that involves a single species undergoing oxidation and reduction simultaneously

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