what is oxidation ?
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Explanation:
ADDITION OF OXYGEN AND REMOVAL OF HYDROGEN IS CALLED OXIDATION .
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The addition of oxygen or the removal of hydrogen is termed as oxidation.
Explanation:
Following are some examples of oxidation reactions.
2Ca + O₂ ------------> 2CaO
2Mg + O₂ ------------> 2MgO
4Na + O₂ -----------> 2Na₂O
In all these examples, O₂ is the oxidizing agent and the substances oxidized are Ca, Mg and Na.
More to Know:
According to the electronic concept, losing of electrons is also called oxidation.
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