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11 May, 05:50

If an element in a chemical reaction loses electrons, which of the following describes what happens to that element?

A. It is combusted

B. It is reduced

C. It is rusted

D. It is oxidized

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  1. 11 May, 07:46
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    Answer : The correct option is, (D) it is oxidized.

    Explanation:

    On the basis of electrons, there are two types of reactions:

    (1) Oxidation reaction (2) Reduction reaction

    Oxidation reaction : When an element loses electrons in a chemical reaction then that element gets oxidized in the chemical reaction and its oxidation number increases.

    Reduction reaction : When an element gains electrons in a chemical reaction then that element gets reduced in the chemical reaction and its oxidation number decreases.

    Hence, the correct answer is (D).
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