Question

Can anyone help me understand the oxy-redox reactions in cellular respiration?

Answer 1

how do i tell if a reaction/step in the process is an oxidatative or reduction?

Answer 2

The term oxidation was originally used to describe reactions in which an element combines with oxygen. I hope this sorta helps

Answer 3

@BenBlackburn

find oxidation states (numbers) of the elements in compounds
If decreasing in oxidation number (going more negative) it is being reduced
if increasing it is being oxidized