In organic chemistry, redox equations are often written using the symbols [O] and [H] rather than full electron transfer. Suggest what each symbol represents and how they are used to show oxidation and reduction in organic reactions.
CAIE A Level Chemistry 9701 · An introduction to organic chemistry
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Suggest means: Apply what you know to an unfamiliar situation. There may be more than one acceptable answer. Reason from the principle you have learned to the new context, and say which principle you are using.
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