redox
[/ˈrɛdɒks/ or /ˈriːdɒks/]
nounmasculinepl: redoxes or redox (invariable)
redox
1. A chemical reaction in which one substance is oxidized (loses electrons) and another is reduced (gains electrons); a contraction of 'reduction-oxidation'
The redox reaction between zinc and copper sulfate demonstrates electron transfer.
A reação redox entre zinco e sulfato de cobre demonstra a transferência de elétrons.
2. Relating to or denoting a reaction involving both oxidation and reduction processes
Redox chemistry is fundamental to understanding battery operation.
A química redox é fundamental para entender o funcionamento das baterias.
3. The process of electron transfer between chemical species in a reaction
The redox of the iron compound changes its oxidation state.
O redox do composto de ferro altera seu estado de oxidação.
Redox is a technical scientific term used primarily in academic and professional chemistry contexts in both Brazil and English-speaking countries. It is a portmanteau coined in the 1920s and is universally recognized in scientific literature. The term is essential in chemistry education and is rarely used in casual conversation outside of scientific settings.
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