What does “Oxidation and reduction” actually mean in Redox Reactions, and why does it matter for JEE?
oxidation is loss of electrons and reduction is gain of electrons (remember OIL RIG).
In simple words: oxidation is loss of electrons and reduction is gain of electrons (remember OIL RIG). Getting Oxidation and reduction clear matters because JEE questions on Redox Reactions usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.
Key point
Oxidation and reduction
Common mistake
mixing up which process loses and which gains electrons.
Memory tip
OIL RIG — Oxidation Is Loss, Reduction Is Gain.
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