chapter 12 - oxidation and reduction Flashcards by charis lim | Brainscape

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definition of oxidation

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gain of oxygen
loss of hydrogen
loss of electrons

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definition of reduction

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loss of oxygen
gain of hydrogen
gain of electrons

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definition of oxidation state

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charge of an atom or an element would have if it existed as an ion in a compound

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