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Oxidation-Reduction

Question 6 • Foothill-B Period-Chemistry-26/27B

Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences. The gain of electrons is called

Answer
A
oxidation.
B
reduction.

Explanation

Reduction is the gain of electrons. A useful mnemonic is OIL RIG: Oxidation Is Loss, Reduction Is Gain. Therefore, the correct choice is reduction.

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