What is the diRfference between Oxidation and Reduction?
An easy way to remember the difference between Oxidation and Reduction is OIL RIG:
Oxidation
Is
Loss (of electrons)
Reduction
Is
Gain (of electrons)
Oxidation involves the gain of electrons (or oxygen) and reduction involves the loss of electrons (or oxygen).
LS
Related Chemistry GCSE answers
All answers ▸What characteristic ion can denote the difference between an acid and an alkali and give an example?
Calculate the percentage of Copper in Copper oxide (CuO, Mr=80). (3 marks)
Where do electrons go in an atom?
Calcium carbonate is burnt substance B is created. What is the formula for substance B and what is the equation when water is added?