Answer
In an oxidation reaction, electrons are removed from the molecule or ion, hence increasing its oxidation number.
In reduction, electrons are added to the molecule or ion, reducing its oxidation number.
Work Step by Step
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Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition
by Tortora, Gerard J.; Funke, Berdell R.; Case, Christine L.
Published by
Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10:
0321733606
ISBN 13:
978-0-32173-360-3
Chapter 5 - Figure 5.9 - Oxidation-reduction - Question - Page 120: 1
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