Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The term that corresponds to the statement “a redox process characterized by electron gain.” is to be stated.
Concept introduction:
Species gains or lose electrons to form anions or cations respectively. A gain in electron is classified as a reduction reaction and loss of electron is classified as an oxidation reaction. To keep a track on the loss or gain of an electron, a number is assigned in the form of oxidation number.
(b)
Interpretation:
The term that corresponds to the statement “a substance undergoing reduction in a
Concept introduction:
A species gains or lose electrons to form anions or cations respectively. A gain in electron is classified as a reduction reaction and loss of electron is classified as an oxidation reaction. To keep a track on the loss or gain of an electron, a number is assigned in the form of oxidation number.
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