What is Oxidation?

Oxidation is the loss of electrons or an increase in the oxidation state of an atom, an ion, or of certain atoms in a molecule.

Example: The reaction between magnesium metal and oxygen to form magnesium oxide involves the oxidation of magnesium.

2Mg(s) + O2(g) ------------    2MgO(s) [Oxidation]

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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