Simple Redox Reactions - Understanding Oxidation and Reduction
Offered By: Khan Academy via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Learn about simple redox reactions in this 13-minute chemistry video. Explore the concept of oxidation and reduction, understanding that oxidation involves the loss of electrons while reduction involves the gain of electrons. Discover mnemonic devices to remember these definitions and examine various examples of redox reactions. Delve into the oxidation of polar covalent bonds and understand the principle of sacrificial protection using zinc. Gain a comprehensive understanding of electron transfer in chemical reactions and its practical applications.
Syllabus
- What is oxidation?
- Oxidation is losing of electrons
- Reduction is gaining of electrons
- How to remember red-ox definitions?
- Examples of some red-ox reactions
- Oxidation of polar covalent bonds
- Sacrificial protection of Zinc
Taught by
Khan Academy
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