Question

The process in which substance gains electrons is called

Answer 1

Explanation:

1.An oxidizing agent

2. An oxidizing agent, or oxidant, gains electrons and is reduced in a chemical reaction.

3. Also known as the electron acceptor, the oxidizing agent is normally in one of its higher possible oxidation states because it will gain electrons and be reduced.

Answer 2

The process in which a substance gains electrons is called Reduction

Explanation:

• In Galvanic cell  or electrolytic cell,oxidation occurs at the anode and reduction takes place cathode.
• The anode of the cell is positive and cathode of the cell is negative.
• Anode attracts anions and cathode repels cations from the solutions
• During electrolysis gain of electrons takes place which is termed as reduction.