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Ad libitum [116K]
3 years ago
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The definition of oxidation is loss of electrons. The definition is formation of additional bonds between carbon and oxygen (or

in the number of carbon-hydrogen bonds.) These are similar because when forms a bond with electronegative __________, it essentially some of its attraction for its electrons.
Chemistry
1 answer:
Fynjy0 [20]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

Oxidation can be defined in many ways:

In terms of electron, <em>Oxidation</em> can be defined as loss of electrons by an atom or ion or a molecule during a reaction.

In terms of oxygen transfer, <em>oxidation</em> maybe defined as a substance that gains oxygen or loses hydrogen.

It can also be defined as a process in which a carbon atom gains bond to more electronegative atom such as oxygen.

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