Overview
Redox reactions are fundamental chemical processes that involve the transfer of electrons between substances, leading to changes in their oxidation states. Understanding these reactions is crucial for various applications, including energy production, biological processes, and material science. By m...
Key Terms
Example: In the reaction of iron with oxygen, iron is oxidized.
Example: In the same reaction, oxygen is reduced.
Example: Oxygen is an oxidizing agent in combustion.
Example: Hydrogen acts as a reducing agent in many reactions.
Example: In H₂O, the oxidation state of hydrogen is +1.
Example: Zn → Zn²⁺ + 2e⁻ is a half-reaction for oxidation.
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Key Concepts
OxidationReductionElectron TransferOxidizing and Reducing Agents