What is oxidation in terms of electrons?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The loss of electrons by a species
- Step 1: Remember OIL RIG: oxidation is loss. Step 2. Electrons are lost. Answer: loss of electrons. Why not the others: gain is reduction and the others concern protons.
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