Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
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Vocabulary flashcards based on lecture notes about Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry.
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Oxidation State
The charge assigned to atoms in compounds, assuming bonding is 100% ionic. Helps in counting electrons.
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Reduction
Gaining electrons; oxidation state is reduced.
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Oxidation
Losing electrons; oxidation state is increased.
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Reductant (Reducing Agent)
A compound that donates electrons in a redox reaction and gets oxidized.
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Oxidant (Oxidizing Agent)
A compound that accepts electrons in a redox reaction and gets reduced.
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Redox Reaction
A reaction involving electron transfer.
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