JAMB Chemistry 2022 Question 36

Question 36

Redox Reactions

Oxidation can be defined as

  1. A.loss of electrons
  2. B.gain of electrons
  3. C.loss of oxygen
  4. D.gain of hydrogen
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Answer: A (loss of electrons)

Explanation

In electronic terms, oxidation is the loss of electrons (OIL RIG).