Question

what is oxidation? define it with explanation.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:A metal gains oxygen on the addition of oxygen is called oxidation..

Example:2Cu(metal)+O2=Cuo

Answer 2

Answer:

Definition: The process or result of oxidizing or being oxidized.

Explanation:

In simple words its a chemical process in which a substance gains oxygen or loses electrons and hydrogen.

Example: Fe+O₂⇒Fe₂ (catalyst H₂O )