What is the diRfference between Oxidation and Reduction?
An easy way to remember the difference between Oxidation and Reduction is OIL RIG:
Oxidation
Is
Loss (of electrons)
Reduction
Is
Gain (of electrons)
Oxidation involves the gain of electrons (or oxygen) and reduction involves the loss of electrons (or oxygen).
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