EBK INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY
EBK INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY
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ISBN: 9780134553306
Author: CORWIN
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Chapter 17, Problem 4KT
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The key term corresponding to the definition “a chemical process in which a substance gains electrons” is to be stated.

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The reduction is defined as a gain of electrons and removal of oxygen or addition of hydrogen. Oxidation is defined as loss of electrons and the addition of oxygen or removal of hydrogen.

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