Metals and Their Compounds
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In terms of electron transfer, which statement correctly describes oxidation and reduction?
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A
Oxidation is loss of electrons; reduction is gain of electrons.
B
Oxidation is gain of electrons; reduction is loss of electrons.
C
Oxidation and reduction both mean loss of electrons.
D
Oxidation is decrease in oxidation number; reduction is increase in oxidation number.
E
Oxidation is gain of oxygen; reduction is gain of hydrogen only.
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