8.1.1 - Oxidation and Reduction Definitions
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What is the mnemonic to remember oxidation and reduction?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during each process.
What is the oxidation state of sodium (Na) in NaCl?
💡 Hint: Consider sodium as a Group 1 metal.
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What does oxidation refer to in modern chemistry?
💡 Hint: Remember the mnemonic OIL RIG.
True or False: In a redox reaction, oxidation and reduction processes occur simultaneously.
💡 Hint: Think about how electrons are conserved.
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Balance the following redox reaction in acidic solution: Cr₂O₇²⁻ + Fe²⁺ → Cr³⁺ + Fe³⁺.
💡 Hint: Remember to account for H⁺ ions and worry about balancing charge.
Identify the oxidizing and reducing agents in the equation: 2Mg + O₂ → 2MgO.
💡 Hint: Check the change in oxidation states of each element.
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