Oxidation-Reduction Reaction

Definition

An oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction involves the transfer of electrons between two species. It's essentially another name for redox reactions.

Related terms

Half-Reaction:

A half-reaction is either the oxidation or reduction reaction component of a redox reaction.

Oxidizing Agent:

The substance that gains electrons in an oxidation-reduction (redox) process and causes another substance to be oxidized.

Reducing Agent:

The substance that loses electrons in an oxidation-reduction (redox) process and causes another substance to be reduced.