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CLEP Chemistry

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Which of the following statements best describes chemical reduction?

A loss of neutrons
A gain of neutrons
A loss of protons
A loss of electrons
A gain of electrons

Explanation

Answer: A gain of electrons

Reduction is best classified as a gain of electrons. A helpful mnemonic to remember oxidation and reduction is OIL RIG (oxidation is losing electrons, reduction is gaining electrons).

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