Introduction to Oxidation and Reduction (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Flashcards
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Definition of oxidation
Definition of oxidation
Combining with oxygen or losing electrons
Definition of reduction
Definition of reduction
Losing oxygen or gaining hydrogen
What does oxidation add to a substance?
What does oxidation add to a substance?
Oxygen
What does reduction remove from a substance?
What does reduction remove from a substance?
Oxygen
What are the speeds of oxidation reactions?
What are the speeds of oxidation reactions?
Can be slow (rusting) or quick (burning)
Redox reaction definition
Redox reaction definition
Oxidation and reduction occurring together
Definition of corrosion
Definition of corrosion
Gradual breakdown of metals via chemical reactions with environment
Verdigris definition
Verdigris definition
Green coating on oxidised copper
Function of verdigris
Function of verdigris
Protects underlying copper from further corrosion
What is a common use of reduction?
What is a common use of reduction?
Extracting metals from ores
Type of reaction in respiration
Type of reaction in respiration
Oxidation
Example of slow oxidation
Example of slow oxidation
Rusting