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Loss of electrons in a chemical reaction is termed as ______.

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oxidation
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reduction
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redox
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electronegativity
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Solution

The correct option is A oxidation
Loss of electrons is termed as oxidation whereas gain of electrons is termed as reduction in a chemical reaction. Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom to gain electron(s) in order to attain noble gas configuration. Redox is the name of a reaction where oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously.

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