Donation Reaction

Definition

A donation reaction is a type of chemical reaction where an atom, ion, or molecule donates an electron to another atom, ion, or molecule.

Related terms

Electron Donor: An atom, ion, or molecule that donates an electron in a chemical reaction.

Electron Acceptor: An atom, ion, or molecule that accepts an electron during a chemical reaction.

Redox Reaction:

A type of chemical reaction involving the transfer of electrons from one species to another; stands for reduction-oxidation reactions.