Mastering Redox Reactions

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Which of the following best describes oxidation in a redox reaction?

The loss of electrons (correct)
The loss of protons
The gain of protons
The gain of electrons

Which type of redox reaction involves the transfer of only one electron?

Neither type
Both types
Electron-transfer (correct)
Atom transfer

In the rusting of iron, what happens to the oxidation state of iron atoms?

It stays the same
It increases (correct)
It decreases
It fluctuates

What is the other name for oxidation-reduction reactions?

Redox reactions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with oxidation reactions?

Formation of hydrogen gas (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is redox?

Redox is a type of chemical reaction where the oxidation states of substrate change. It involves both oxidation (loss of electrons) and reduction (gain of electrons). Signup and view all the answers

What are the two classes of redox reactions?

The two classes of redox reactions are electron-transfer and atom transfer. Signup and view all the answers

How are oxidation and reduction defined in redox reactions?

Oxidation is the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state, while reduction is the gain of electrons or a decrease in oxidation state. Signup and view all the answers