Topic 4 - Metals and Redox Flashcards
1
Q
what can oxidation mean?
A
the reaction with or addition of oxygen
2
Q
what can reduction mean?
A
the removal of oxygen
3
Q
what is an example of oxidation?
A
a metal is oxidised to a metal oxide
4
Q
what is an example of reduction?
A
metal oxides are reduced to metals
5
Q
what is the substance that oxidises the metal called in an oxidation reaction?
A
the oxidising agent
6
Q
what is the substance that reduces the metal called in a reduction reaction?
A
the reducing agent
