By Definition, the Addition of Oxygen to a Substance Is

question 107

Multiple Choice

By definition, the addition of oxygen to a substance is called

• A) neutralization.
• B) reduction.
• C) oxidation.
• D) displacement.

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Definitions:

Receptor Cells

Specialized cells in the body that convert external stimuli into electrical signals for the nervous system to process.

Cones

Retinal receptor cells that are concentrated near the center of the retina and that function in daylight or in well-lit conditions. The cones detect fine detail and give rise to color sensations.

Periphery

The external boundary or surface of an area or object, or those areas that lie beyond the central or main part.

Dilation

The process of expansion or widening in size, often referring to the enlargement of the pupil or blood vessels.