Electrochemistry & Redox
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Electrochemistry & Redox
Redox Couple
The oxidised and reduced forms of the same species, considered together as a conjugate pair.
Electrochemistry & RedoxReducing Agent
A species that donates electrons to another substance and is itself oxidised in the process.
Electrochemistry & RedoxReduction
The gain of electrons by a species, accompanied by a decrease in its oxidation number.
Electrochemistry & RedoxReference Electrode
A half-cell with a stable, known and reproducible potential, used as a fixed point against which other potentials are measured.
Electrochemistry & RedoxRusting
The corrosion of iron in the presence of both oxygen and water to form hydrated iron(III) oxide.