OEO Ontology

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Label: redox reaction

Definition:
A redox reaction is a chemical reaction in which the oxidation of one reactant is coupled to the reduction of a second reactant.

Sub classes:
Definition:
Combustion is an exothermic redox reaction between a fuel (the reductant) and an oxidant (usually atmospheric oxygen) which is initiated by a ignition source.

Definition:
A methanation is a redox reaction that converts carbon dioxide and hydrogen to synthetic methane and water.

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Definition:
A chemical reaction is a transformation that involves the interconversion of chemical species.