Question

Define oxidation and reduction for organic compounds

Answer 1

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A/q to Organic Chemistry

Oxidation is a process by which a carbon atom gains bonds to more electronegative elements, most commonly oxygen. Reduction is a process by which a carbon atom gains bonds to less electronegative elements, most commonly hydrogen.

Answer 2

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➡ oxidation: It can be explained in simple terms: Oxidation is the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.

➡ Reduction :is the gain of electrons or a decrease in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.