MHT CET 2022 Chemistry question

Which of the following correctly represents the process of reduction?

(A)Gain of oxygen
(B)Increase in oxidation number
(C)Gain of electron and addition of hydrogenCorrect
(D)Loss of electron

Answer: (C)

Solution

Reduction is defined (classically) as removal of oxygen or addition of hydrogen, and (electronically) as gain of electrons with a decrease in oxidation number. Option (c), gain of electron and addition

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