Question

Why is oxidation and reduction?











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Answer 1

Oxidizing and reducing agents

Explanation:

That is, the oxidant (oxidizing agent) removes electrons from another substance, and is thus itself reduced. And, because it "accepts" electrons, the oxidizing agent is also called an electron acceptor. Oxygen is the quintessential oxidizer.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Oxidation and reduction in terms of oxygen transfer

The terms oxidation and reduction can be defined in terms of the adding or removing oxygen to a compound. while this is not the most robust definition, as discussed below, it is the easiest to remember. Oxidation is the gain of oxygen. Reduction is the loss of oxygen.