Chemical Changes Flashcards
OIL RIG
Oxidation is loss of electrons. Reduction is gain of electrons
Where do metals go to?
Cathode
Where do non metals go to?
Anode
What charge is the anode?
Positive
What charge is the cathode?
Negative
What is the electrolyte?
Molten/ dissolved ionic compound where lots of ions float.
What is present when a lighted splint pops?
Hydrogen
What is present when a splint relights?
Oxygen
What is present when damp blue litmus paper bleaches?
Chlorine
What does native mean? Give an example
When something is found naturally and pure - they don’t need to be extracted e.g gold/silver
Characteristics of a giant ionic lattice
- V high melting points - lots of energy to overcome strong electrostatic force of attraction
- Brittle - Break easily due to repulsion (like charges repel)
- Conduct electricity when they are dissolved/molten as ions can move
Ionic Formula
What charge is an ionic compound, why?
Neutral because the charges cancel each other out
Where does reduction happen?
Cathode - gain electrons
Where does oxidation happen?
Anode - lose electrons
What state should an element/compound be in to split up in ionic equations?
Aqueous