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Which of the following phenomena represents oxidation?

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Oxidation is addition of oxygen or an electronegative element, or removal of hydrogen or electropositive element.
Updated On: Oct 1, 2026
  • Removal of oxygen
  • Addition of electronegative element
  • Addition of electropositive element
  • Gain of electron
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Use opposites
Reduction is the reverse of oxidation: removal of oxygen, addition of hydrogen or electropositive element, and gain of electrons.

Step 2: Select
The remaining choice, addition of an electronegative element, is oxidation. Option (B).

Final Answer:
Addition of electronegative element. \[ \boxed{\text{(B)}\ \text{Addition of electronegative element}} \]
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