Define the following terms

Question

(a)Reduction
(b) Thermite reaction
(c)Portland cement
(d) Detergents
(e) Food processing

Answer 1

(a) Reduction: The process of a substance gaining electrons or decreasing its oxidation state.

(b) Thermite reaction: A highly exothermic redox reaction between a metal oxide and a reducing metal, typically taking place at very high temperatures.

(c) Portland cement: A type of hydraulic cement made by heating limestone and clay in a kiln and pulverizing the resulting material.

(d) Detergents: Cleaning agents that contain surfactants to help remove dirt and oils from surfaces.

(e) Food processing: The methods and techniques used to turn raw ingredients into food products suitable for consumption.