8. Redox Reactions
Redox reactions involve the transfer of electrons, with one substance being oxidized while another is reduced. The chapter details the definitions of oxidation and reduction, the identification of redox reactions, and the role of oxidizing and reducing agents. Additionally, it explores applications and importance of redox reactions in various fields including metallurgy, batteries, and daily life.
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What we have learnt
- Redox reactions consist of oxidation and reduction processes occurring simultaneously.
- Oxidizing agents accept electrons and reducing agents donate electrons.
- Redox reactions are vital in processes such as energy production, photosynthesis, and cellular respiration.
Key Concepts
- -- Redox Reaction
- A chemical reaction in which one substance is oxidized and another is reduced, involving the transfer of electrons.
- -- Oxidizing Agent
- A substance that causes oxidation by accepting electrons.
- -- Reducing Agent
- A substance that causes reduction by donating electrons.
- -- Oxidation
- The loss of electrons by an atom or ion, which can also refer to the gain of oxygen or loss of hydrogen.
- -- Reduction
- The gain of electrons by an atom or ion, which can also refer to the loss of oxygen or gain of hydrogen.
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