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What is oxidization?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
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A substance gaining oxygen during a chemical reaction

Oxidization Definition in Chemical Reactions

Oxidization refers to a specific type of chemical reaction. Understanding this process is fundamental in chemistry.

Understanding Oxidization

In a chemical reaction, oxidization is defined as the process where a chemical species gains oxygen atoms.

Let's analyze the options based on this definition:

  • Option 1 describes reduction (gaining hydrogen).
  • Option 2 correctly defines oxidization as a substance gaining oxygen.
  • Option 3 describes reduction (losing oxygen).
  • Option 4 describes a combination not typically used as the primary definition for oxidation.

Therefore, the most accurate and common definition of oxidization presented is the gain of oxygen.

A broader definition includes the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state, but based on the provided options, the gain of oxygen is the key identifier.

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