Question

Which statement describes the process of oxidation? * 1 point Oxidation results in a loss of electrons, so the oxidation number increases. Oxidation results in a gain ofelectrons, so the oxidation number increases. Oxidation results in a gain ofelectrons, so the oxidation number decreases.

Answer 1

The correct statement that describes the process of oxidation is: **Oxidation results in a loss of electrons, so the oxidation number increases.**

In oxidation reactions, a substance loses electrons, which leads to an increase in its oxidation state or oxidation number.