Loss of electrons in a chemical reaction is termed as ______.
A
oxidation
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B
reduction
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C
redox
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D
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.