Flashcards in C3.3.1 - Redox Reactions Deck (8)
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What is a redox reaction?
A reaction where reduction and oxidation happen at the same time
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What is reduction?
When oxygen is lost from a substance
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What is oxidation?
When oxygen is gained by a substance
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What is a reducing agent?
A substance that causes another substance to lose oxygen
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What is an oxidising agent?
A substance that causes another substance to gain oxygen
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In terms of electrons, what is reduction?
The gain of electrons
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In terms of electrons, what is oxidation?
The loss of electrons
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