CHEM 121 glossary
Oxidation
Loss of electrons, seen as an increase in an atom's oxidation state. It always happens together with a reduction.
Example
In , Na goes from 0 to : sodium is oxidized.
CHEM 121 glossary
Loss of electrons, seen as an increase in an atom's oxidation state. It always happens together with a reduction.
Example
In , Na goes from 0 to : sodium is oxidized.