What is oxidation?

A Gaining electrons

B Losing electrons or increasing oxidation state

C Gaining protons

D Losing neutrons

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Oxidation Is Loss, Reduction Is Gain (OIL RIG). Oxidation is the loss of electrons or increase in oxidation state.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "What is oxidation?" is Option B: Losing electrons or increasing oxidation state.

The other options — A) Gaining electrons, C) Gaining protons, D) Losing neutrons — are incorrect for this IB Exam Prep question. As explained above: Oxidation Is Loss, Reduction Is Gain (OIL RIG). Oxidation is the loss of electrons or increase in oxidation state.

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What is oxidation?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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