[Solved] Which of the following statements about oxidation and reduction is correct? — Ans: Oxidation is loss of electrons, reduction is gain of electrons | General Science

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Which of the following statements about oxidation and reduction is correct?

AOxidation is loss of electrons, reduction is gain of electrons

BOxidation is gain of electrons, reduction is loss of electrons

CBoth oxidation and reduction involve loss of electrons

DBoth oxidation and reduction involve gain of electrons

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Recall definitions
Oxidation Is Loss (OIL) and Reduction Is Gain (RIG) of electrons.
Step 2: Apply to options
Oxidation involves loss of electrons; reduction involves gain of electrons. Other options incorrectly reverse or confuse these definitions.
Final Answer:
Oxidation is loss of electrons, reduction is gain of electrons → Option A
Quick Check:
Oxidation = loss, Reduction = gain of electrons ✅

Quick Trick: Use mnemonic OIL RIG for oxidation and reduction.

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