Redox
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹiːdɒks/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Redox is an adjective meaning (chemistry) Of or relating to any reaction in which oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously.
Meaning
(chemistry) Of or relating to any reaction in which oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To subject to a redox reaction.
- (rare) (chemistry) A reaction in which an oxidation and a reduction occur simultaneously; a reaction in which electrons are transferred.
Example Sentences
Can you have too much redox? Definitely.
This will tell us whether redox is occurring, and if so, what is oxidized and reduced.
Word Forms
- redoxes
- redoxing
- redoxed
Synonyms for redox
Depending on context, synonyms include oxidation-reduction.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include oxidation-reduction, electrochemical, oxidoreduction, equivalent, isoelectronic, enantiosymmetric.
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