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What is the difference between oxidation and reduction in terms of loss or gain of electrons?

Chapter No. 3: Chemical Reactions and Equations,

What is the difference between oxidation and reduction in terms of loss or gain of electrons?

Ans. Oxidation means losing one or more electrons while reduction means gaining of one or more electrons.