Oxygen or an oxidizing agent to receive electrons must be present for oxidation to occur in chemical reactions.
Explanation;
Oxidation entails the loss of electrons from these molecules, causing them to become unstable and highly reactive and leading to their eventual reaction with and damage of cell components such as membranes.
-In redox reaction; The ion or molecule that accepts electrons is called the oxidizing agent; by accepting electrons it causes the oxidation of another species. Conversely, the species that donates electrons is called the reducing agent; when the reaction occurs, it reduces the other species.
Carbohydrates and proteins provide 4 calories each per gram while fat provides 9 calories per gram. To calculate the total calories, multiply the respective grams with their calorie count.
