Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 197

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) A reduction process corresponds to an increase in oxidation state as a result of loss of electrons.
• B) An oxidation process involves the loss of electrons resulting in an increase in oxidation state.
• C) An oxidation process corresponds to a decrease in oxidation state as a result of a gain of electrons.
• D) During a reduction process electrons are lost, while during an oxidation they are gained.
• E) During a reduction process an oxidation state increases, while in an oxidation process an oxidation state decreases.

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