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MCQ
Oxidation of a substance involves?
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A Gain of electrons
B Loss of electrons
C Gain of hydrogen
D Loss of oxygen
Explanation

Oxidation is the loss of electrons, which may also involve loss of hydrogen or gain of oxygen.

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