Y11 Definitions Flashcards
Acid
A chemical substance which donates proton (H+ ion) to a base
Base
A chemical substance which accepts proton (H+ ion) from an acid
Exothermic reactions
Chemical reactions that give out heat to the surroundings
Endothermic reactions
Chemical reactions that absorb heat from the surroundings
Oxidation
A chemical reaction in which a substance gains oxygen
Reduction
A chemical reaction in which a substance loses oxygen
Redox reaction
A chemical reaction in which electrons are transferred; one substance is oxidised (loses electrons) and another is reduced (gains electrons)
Oxidising agent
A substance which oxidises another substance during a redox reaction, and is itself reduced
Reducing agent
A substance which reduces another substance during a redox reaction, and is itself oxidised