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Which of the following is a simple definition of reduction?

A. the loss of electrons

B. the gain of electrons

C. an agent that oxidizes something

D. an agent that reduces something

The answer is B on Edg 2020

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B. The gain of electrons
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User Quantico
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Answer:

B. the gain of electrons

Step-by-step explanation:

An easy way to remember this concept is the pneumonic OIL RIG:

Oxidation is Loss (of electrons)

Reduction is Gain (of electrons)

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