Practice Oxidation States and Half-Equations - 8.1 | Chapter 7: Redox Processes | IB Grade 12-Chemistry
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8.1 - Oxidation States and Half-Equations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define oxidation and give an example.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to zinc in terms of electron loss.

Question 2

Easy

What is a reducing agent?

💡 Hint: Consider what substance does the oxidizing.

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Question 1

What happens during oxidation?

  • Gain of electrons
  • Loss of electrons
  • No electron transfer

💡 Hint: Consider the mnemonic OIL RIG.

Question 2

True or False: Reduction increases the oxidation state.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the effect of gaining electrons.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A compound contains iron in the +3 oxidation state and sulfur in the -2 oxidation state. Identify the compound and balance the redox reaction involving the conversion of this compound into iron sulfate.

💡 Hint: Start by identifying oxidation changes.

Question 2

Write balanced half-equations for the oxidation of Fe²⁺ to Fe³⁺ and reduction of Cr₂O₇²⁻ to Cr³⁺ in acidic medium.

💡 Hint: Focus on balancing the charges and atoms.

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