Chem+Thursday,+December+18,+2008

=Chem Thursday, December 18, 2008= 5.05 Analyze oxidation/reduction reactions with regard to the transfer of electrons. 
 * Assign oxidation numbers to elements in REDOX reactions
 * Identify the elements oxidized and reduced.
 * Write simple half reactions.
 * Assess the practical applications of oxidation and reduction reactions
 * Students should be able to: **
 * Determine oxidation number of each element in a REDOX reaction, including peroxides.
 * Determine elements oxidized and reduced.
 * Write half reactions indicating gain or loss of electrons and identify the reaction as either reduction or oxidation.
 * Students should be aware of some practical applications of oxidation/reduction reactions. Some examples include: simple wet cell, dry cell, bleaching, and electroplating.