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Distinguish between oxidation and reduction

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Answered by kaptansinghsinha517

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Explanation:

Oxidation is when the total number of electrons increases in a reaction, reduction is when the total number of electrons decreases in a reaction.

lochansanju3: For example, the digestion of food is an oxidation process. Food molecules react with oxygen in the body to form carbon dioxide and water. ... Oxidation is the process of loss of electrons whereas Reduction is the process of gain of electrons

Answered by akshayaavunoori7

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$\huge\bf\pink{OXIDATION}$

☛Losing electrons.

☛Increase in oxidation number.

☛For a given compound losing hydrogen.

☛This reaction releases energy.

☛oxidizing agents: Ozone, Bleach, peroxide.

$\huge\bf\pink{REDUCTION}$

☛Gaining electrons.

☛Decrease in oxidation number.

☛For a given compound gaining hydrogen.

☛This reaction stores energy.

☛Common reducing agent is metal.

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