Unit 3- Redox Reactions Flashcards
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Give an example of oxidation
A
A metal element reacting to form a compound
1
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What is oxidation?
A
The loss of electrons by a reactant in any reaction
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What is reduction?
A
The gain of electrons by a reactant in any reaction
3
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Give an example of reduction
A
A compound reacting to form a metal
4
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What is a redox reaction?
A
When reduction and oxidation take place together
5
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During electrolysis were does oxidation occur?
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At the positive electrode
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During electrolysis where does reduction occur?
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The negative electrode
