Q104 / 200 · MHT CET - Medical 2026 (23 April Shift 1) · Chemistry
Which of the following is true regarding oxidation?
- Correct answerAloss of electron by an atom.
- Bgain of electron by an atom.
- Caddition of electron to an atom.
- Daddition of electropositive elements.
Solution
Oxidation is defined as the loss of electrons by an atom, molecule, or ion. It is also associated with an increase in the oxidation state of an element.
Reduction is defined as the gain of electrons or the addition of electropositive elements.
Therefore, the statement 'loss of electron by an atom' correctly describes oxidation.
Answer: loss of electron by an atom.
Reduction is defined as the gain of electrons or the addition of electropositive elements.
Therefore, the statement 'loss of electron by an atom' correctly describes oxidation.
Answer: loss of electron by an atom.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.