Oxidation and Reduction Concepts |
Key Concepts
- Oxidation: an atom or ion loses electrons
- Reduction: an atom or ion gains electrons
- In an oxidation reaction, the atom or ion becomes more positive due to the loss of electrons.
- In a reduction reaction, the atom or ion beomes more negative due to the gain of electrons.
Examples of Oxidation and Reduction Reactions
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