5.2.3 Redox & Electrode Potentials Flashcards by Arly Bateman | Brainscape

Q

Define a

Redox reaction

A

A reaction in which both reduction & oxidation occur

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What is

Reduction?

A

Gain of electrons
Decrease in oxidation nuber

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What is

Oxidation?

A

Loss of electrons
Increase in oxidation number

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What is an

oxidating agent?

A

A reagent the takes electrons (oxidises) another speceis

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What is a

reducing agent?

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A reagent the adds electrons (reduces) another speceis

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