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Which rule concerning oxidation numbers is true?

A. When a redox reaction occurs, there will always be at least one atom that is oxidized and at least one atom that is reduced.
B. Oxidation is the process by which an atom loses electrons.
C. Reduction is the process by which an atom gains electrons.
D. All of the Above
E. None of the Above

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Answer:

B

Step-by-step explanation:

because an atom is the smallest particles that have electrons, neutron and protons

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