Question

Define oxidation in terms of electron transfer?
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Answer 1

Oxidation is the process of  loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.Oxidation is the loss of electrons or an increase in the oxidation state of an atom, an ion, or of certain atoms in a molecule. Reduction is the gain of electrons or a decrease in the oxidation state of an atom, an ion, or of certain atoms in a molecule (a reduction in oxidation state).