Differences in the tendencies of various substances and/or reactions to gain or lose electrons result in?

Alyssa L asked:

A. potential difference
B. oxidation potential
C. reduction potential
D. electrolysis

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  • Drknow says:

    Answer – Potential difference
    emf generated (or potential difference) is given by
    E = EReduction + Eoxidation
    where
    EReduction is expressed as reduction potential
    Eoxidation is expressed as oxidation potential
    E = EReduction – Eoxidation (when both ERed and Eox are expressed as reduction potentials)

    Oxidation potential – The potential at which a species loses an electron
    M —–> M+ + e-

    Reduction potential – The potential at which a species gains an electron
    M + e- ——> M-

    Electrolysis – e.g water on electrolysis breaks up into hydrogen and oxygen.

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