Oxidation/Reduction

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What is the oxidation number of an element in its elemental form?

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0

Front

Define oxidation in terms of electron transfer.

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Oxidation is the process where an atom, ion, or molecule loses electrons.

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Define reduction in terms of electron transfer.

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Reduction is the process where an atom, ion, or molecule gains electrons.

Front

What is the oxidation number of a monatomic ion?

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It is equal to the charge of the ion.

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What is the oxidation number of oxygen in most compounds?

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-2

Front

What is the oxidation number of hydrogen in most compounds?

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+1

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What is the oxidation number of fluorine in compounds?

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-1

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In a redox reaction, what happens to the reducing agent?

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The reducing agent is oxidized.

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In a redox reaction, what happens to the oxidizing agent?

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The oxidizing agent is reduced.

Front

What is the oxidation number of sulfur in H₂SO₄?

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+6