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What is the difference between oxidation and reduction ​

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Oxidation is the loss of electrons whereas reduction is the gain of electrons. You can remember this using OILRIG (Oxidation Is Loss, Reduction Is Gain.)

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Oxidation is giving out one or more electrons gaining a positive charge.

Reduction is taking one or more electrons and gaining a negative charge

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