Question detail
Which of the following correctly describes the term 'oxidation'?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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Style
Topic
Reactivity of metals
Question
- A. Gain of protons
- B. Loss of neutrons
- C. Loss of electrons
- D. Gain of electrons
Answer
Loss of electrons
Explanation
Oxidation is specifically defined as the loss of electrons from an atom or ion.
Common mistake
Confusing Oxidation with Other Processes
Students often confuse oxidation as simply a reaction with oxygen rather than understanding it as the loss of electrons.
To fix this, students should focus on the definition of oxidation as the loss of electrons and practice identifying oxidation in various reactions, ensuring they differentiate it from reactions involving oxygen.
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