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What happens during oxidation?

An atom loses electrons.

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  1. An atom loses electrons ✔
  2. An atom gains protons
  3. An atom melts

Why: Oxidation is a loss of electrons, which increases the oxidation number.

Huh, didn't know that: Oxidation is a loss of electrons, which increases the oxidation number.

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Oxidation gives electrons away!
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References

Answer: An atom loses electrons. Oxidation is a loss of electrons, which increases the oxidation number.

  1. Chemistry en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemistry
    losing electrons (oxidation)
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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