Distinguish, differentiate, compare and explain what is the difference between Oxidation and Reduction. Comparison and Differences.
Differences between Oxidation and Reduction
| S.No. | Oxidation | Reduction |
| 1 | Complete loss of electrons (ionic reactions) | Complete gain of electrons (ionic reactions) |
| 2 | Shift of electrons away from an atom in a covalent bond. | Shift of electrons towards an atom in a covalent bond. |
| 3 | Gain of oxygen. | Loss of oxygen. |
| 4 | Loss of hydrogen by a covalent compound. | Gain of hydrogen by a covalent compound. |
| 5 | There is an increase in oxidation number. | There is a decrease in oxidation number. |
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Difference between Reduction vs Oxidation
Oxidation vs Reduction
Differences between Reduction vs Oxidation
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