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Oxidation State (Noun)

Meaning

The degree of oxidation of an atom or ion or molecule; for simple atoms or ions the oxidation number is equal to the ionic charge; "the oxidation number of hydrogen is +1 and of oxygen is -2".

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Examples

  • The oxidation state of an atom is determined by the number of electrons it gains or loses.
  • Understanding the oxidation state of an ion or molecule is essential in chemistry.
  • By comparing the oxidation state of the reactants and products in a reaction, one can determine whether an oxidation or reduction has occurred.
  • In general, the oxidation state of hydrogen in compounds is +1, but there are some exceptions.
  • Assigning the correct oxidation state to each atom in a molecule is a critical step in balancing redox equations.

Synonyms

  • Oxidation Number

Hypernyms

  • Number
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