Question

what do you mean by oxidation? ​

Answer 1

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Oxidation is a process in which a chemical substance changes because of the addition of oxygen. The reaction between magnesium metal and oxygen involves the oxidation of magnesium. When exposed to oxygen, silicon undergoes oxidation and forms silicon dioxide.

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Answer 2

Oxidation means adding oxygen
Eg any metal suppose iron (Fe) is oxidised when it becomes rust
Ferik or ferrous oxide is formed