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RRB NTPC · Question 54

Which among the following happens in an oxidation reaction? A. Electrons are gained B. Electrons are lost C. Protons are gained D. Protons are lost

  1. D

  2. A

  3. C

  4. B

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Answer: (D) B

Explanation

Oxidation is the loss of electrons, and reduction is the gain of electrons (remember OIL RIG: Oxidation Is Loss, Reduction Is Gain). For example, Na → Na⁺ + e⁻ is oxidation.