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Because oxidation and reduction reactions can be separated from each other in space by the use of at least two electrodes, oxidation occurring at the surface of one electrode and reduction at the surface of another.

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What are all the chemical reactions in the body combined?

Together the chemical reactions are called as biological oxidation. There are some reactions of reduction and some reactions are of oxidation. But the sum total of the reaction is oxidation. This is true for the animal kingdom as a whole. The reverse is true for the plant kingdom. There are some reactions of reduction and some reactions are of oxidation.There the biological reduction dominates. The sum total is biological reduction. Plants synthesize the food and animals use the food for various metabolic activities.


Use the reaction below to answer the following question 2 al s 6h2o g 2 al oh 3 3h2 determine the oxidation number of each element in both the reactants and products of this oxidation-reduction reac?

Al starts at 0 oxidation. then becomes Al 3+ O remains -2 on both sides. H starts at 1+ then becomes 0


Give 10 practical application of reduction and oxidation reaction?

1. prevention of metal corrosion 2. the manufacture of powerful and long-lasting batteries 3. isolation of valuable dissolved minerals 4. the possibility of new, environmentally-friendly sources of power 5. combustion and explosion reactions such as coal with oxygen 6. rust and oxidization of metals


What is the opposite of combustion?

The opposite compound in the carbon cycle is carbon dioxide. (We breathe in air, remove the oxygen, breathe out carbon dioxide.) The opposites of reactions that use oxygen (aerobic) are those that don't (anaerobic).


Describe What happens during a reduction-oxidation reaction?

Electrons are transferred from one molecule or ion to another. The substance that loses electrons is said to be oxidized, the one that gains the electrons is said to be reduced. -A Muslim

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What do you use oxidation numbers and their least common multiples to write?

They are used to write balanced chemical equations.


Write 5 applications of oxidation and reduction in daily life?

Oxidation: rancidity , corrosion ,Oxidation reactions occur in the batteries, we use daily. Oxidation of Fruit and Vegetable Slices ,Decay of living matter by atmospheric oxidation, into CO2 and H2O reduction (i'm not so sure! but still): FUELING THE SPACE SHUTTLE. , COMBUSTION AND EXPLOSIONS , EXPLOSIVES , The primary process of reducing ore to produce metals is discussed in the article on Smelting.


What are all the chemical reactions in the body combined?

Together the chemical reactions are called as biological oxidation. There are some reactions of reduction and some reactions are of oxidation. But the sum total of the reaction is oxidation. This is true for the animal kingdom as a whole. The reverse is true for the plant kingdom. There are some reactions of reduction and some reactions are of oxidation.There the biological reduction dominates. The sum total is biological reduction. Plants synthesize the food and animals use the food for various metabolic activities.


Is rotting horse manure a reduction reaction or an oxidation reaction?

Rotting horse manure is a reduction reaction. During the decomposition process, organic compounds in the manure are broken down by microorganisms, resulting in a gain of electrons by the molecules involved in the reaction.


How do scientists measure the standard reduction potential of a half cell?

Scientists typically use a standard hydrogen electrode (SHE) as a reference electrode to measure the standard reduction potential of a half-cell. The half-cell under study is connected to the SHE through a salt bridge, and the cell potential is measured using a voltmeter. By comparing the potential of the half-cell with that of the SHE at standard conditions (1 M concentration and 25 degrees Celsius), the standard reduction potential of the half-cell can be determined.


Name 3 chemical reactions?

Combustion: A chemical reaction in which a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light. Hydrolysis: A reaction in which water is used to break down a compound into its constituents. Oxidation-Reduction (Redox) Reaction: A reaction in which one substance loses electrons (oxidation) and another gains electrons (reduction).


How can you use a graph to solve systems of equations?

You can use a graph to solve systems of equations by plotting the two equations to see where they intersect


How do carpenters use rational equations?

They use rational equations for fun in the evening to relax.


Use the reaction below to answer the following question 2 al s 6h2o g 2 al oh 3 3h2 determine the oxidation number of each element in both the reactants and products of this oxidation-reduction reac?

Al starts at 0 oxidation. then becomes Al 3+ O remains -2 on both sides. H starts at 1+ then becomes 0


Why do scientists use chemical equations instead of word equations?

its easier


What is a group of linear equations that use the same variables?

a system of equations


Give 10 practical application of reduction and oxidation reaction?

1. prevention of metal corrosion 2. the manufacture of powerful and long-lasting batteries 3. isolation of valuable dissolved minerals 4. the possibility of new, environmentally-friendly sources of power 5. combustion and explosion reactions such as coal with oxygen 6. rust and oxidization of metals