Question detail
Which of the following best matches the definition of reduction in terms of electron transfer?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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Topic
Reactivity of metals
Question
- A. Loss of electrons by a species
- B. Gain of electrons by a species
- C. Loss of protons by a species
- D. Gain of protons by a species
Answer
Gain of electrons by a species
Explanation
Reduction is the gain of electrons; oxidation is the loss of electrons.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Reduction
Students often confuse reduction with the addition of oxygen instead of the gain of electrons.
Remember that reduction specifically refers to the gain of electrons, while oxidation is the loss of electrons.
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