Redoxprosessiksi

Redoxprosessiksi, also known as redox reaction or oxidation-reduction reaction, is a type of chemical reaction that involves a transfer of electrons between two species. The term "redox" is a combination of "reduction" and "oxidation," which are two parts of the same process. In a redox reaction, one species is oxidized (loses electrons) while another is reduced (gains electrons). The species that is oxidized is called the reducing agent, and the species that is reduced is called the oxidizing agent. Redox reactions are fundamental to many chemical processes, including combustion, corrosion, and biological metabolism. They can be represented using oxidation numbers or by half-reactions, which show the transfer of electrons more clearly. Redox reactions are essential in various fields, such as electrochemistry, organic chemistry, and environmental science. Understanding redox reactions is crucial for predicting the behavior of chemical systems and designing new materials and processes.