Abstract for Lecture #12 - Oxidation-Reduction Reactions


Redox reactions involve transfer of electrons from one chemical entity to another. The redox process is tracked by use of oxidation numbers. Redox reactions can be balanced by use of the atom balance equations and a charge balance equation.

To prepare for this lecture, please read sections 4.10 to 4.12 of Zumdahl.


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