Oxidation and Reduction (2)

Example of a redox reaction

The combustion reaction

Definition of redox reaction

A redox reaction is a chemical reaction where oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously

Redox reaction

Initially refers to a reaction involving oxygen

The term redox is derived from two words which are RED and OX

REDOX: Red stand for reduction and Ox stand for oxidation

Redox reactions (Oxidation and Reduction Reactions) (1)

Involve gain or loss of oxygen

Redox reactions (Oxidation and Reduction Reactions) (2)

Involve gain or loss of hydrogen

Redox reactions (Oxidation and Reduction Reactions) (3)

Involve the transfer of electrons

Redox reactions (Oxidation and Reduction Reactions) (4)

Involve the change in oxidation number

Oxidation reaction in terms of gain and loss of oxygen

Takes place when a reactant gains oxygen

Reduction reaction in terms of gain and loss of oxygen

Takes place when a reactant loses oxygen