Oxidation and reduction ion electron half equations Flashcards
1
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What is oxidation?
A
Oxidation is a loss of electrons by a reactant in any reaction.
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What is reduction?
A
Reduction is the gain of electrons by a reactant in any reaction.
Reduction is the opposite of oxidation,
3
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What are redox reactions?
A
Reactions in which reduction and oxidation occur are called redox reactions.
