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Which phrase is the best definition of oxidation?
Responses

loss of oxygen by a molecule
loss of oxygen by a molecule

loss of electrons by an atom
loss of electrons by an atom

transfer of equal amounts of electrons between atoms
transfer of equal amounts of electrons between atoms

gain of electrons by an atom

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"Loss of electrons by an atom."

Explanation: oxidation is loss of electrons (OIL: Oxidation Is Loss). The opposite (gain of electrons) is reduction (RIG). Historical definitions involving oxygen are outdated.