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O2(g) + 2H2O(l) + 4e- -----------------> 4OH−(aq)

oxidation or reduction?


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Answer:

Reduction

Step-by-step explanation:

Oxidation is a process that involves loss of electrons.

Reduction is a process that involves gain of electrons.

In this equation, the electrons (4e-) are in the reactant side. This means that it is gain of electrons.

The reaction is a reduction reaction.

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