Difference between revisions of "Oxidation"
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: [[Oxidation]] can happen very slowly at low [[temperature]]s. | : [[Oxidation]] can happen very slowly at low [[temperature]]s. | ||
: Both [[Metal]]s and [[Non-metal]]s can be '''oxidised'''. | : Both [[Metal]]s and [[Non-metal]]s can be '''oxidised'''. | ||
| − | : [[Metal Oxide]]s are [[Base|basic]], while [[Non-metal Oxide]]s are [[acid]]ic. | + | : [[Metal Oxide]]s are [[Base|basic]], while [[Non-metal Oxide]]s are [[acid]]ic when [[dissolve]]d in water. |
: When [[Iron]] is '''oxidised''' it is said to be [[rust]]ing. | : When [[Iron]] is '''oxidised''' it is said to be [[rust]]ing. | ||
Revision as of 17:02, 29 September 2018
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Oxidation is a chemical reaction in which a substance gains Oxygen.
About Oxidation
- Oxidation can happen very slowly at low temperatures.
- Both Metals and Non-metals can be oxidised.
- Metal Oxides are basic, while Non-metal Oxides are acidic when dissolved in water.
- When Iron is oxidised it is said to be rusting.
Examples
| Rusting | Burning |
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| Iron + Oxygen → Iron Oxide | Magnesium + Oxygen → Magnesium Oxide |