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For example, in glycolysis, NAD+ is reduced to NADH and then it's more energetic. Why adding electrons to an atom gives it more energy?
godingly said:For example, in glycolysis, NAD+ is reduced to NADH and then it's more energetic. Why adding electrons to an atom gives it more energy?
godingly said:For example, in glycolysis, NAD+ is reduced to NADH and then it's more energetic. Why adding electrons to an atom gives it more energy?
Reduced atoms have more energy because they have gained electrons, which results in a lower overall energy state. The added electrons increase the repulsive forces between the negatively charged particles, making the atom less stable and more energetic.
Reduction increases the chemical reactivity of atoms because the addition of electrons allows for more available energy for chemical reactions to occur. These added electrons can also change the electron configuration of the atom, making it more likely to bond with other atoms and form new compounds.
The increase in energy when an atom is reduced is due to the decrease in the atom's ionization energy. This means that it takes less energy to remove an electron from the atom, resulting in a more energetic state.
The energy difference between reduced and oxidized atoms affects their stability by determining which form is more favorable. In general, reduced atoms have a higher energy and are less stable compared to their oxidized forms. This is because they have gained electrons, which results in a less stable electron configuration.
Yes, there is a relationship between reduced atoms and their electronegativity. Generally, reduced atoms have a lower electronegativity compared to their oxidized forms. This is because the addition of electrons decreases the overall positive charge of the atom, making it less attractive to other electrons. This decrease in electronegativity can also contribute to the increased energy of reduced atoms.