Oxidation and Reduction Reactions Are Typically Linked Within a Cell

question 28

Multiple Choice

Oxidation and reduction reactions are typically linked within a cell. They are part of most matter and energy transformations necessary for vital life function.
-Oxidation means

• A) the loss of electrons from a molecule.
• B) the loss of oxygen by a cell.
• C) the gain of electrons by a molecule.
• D) the gain of oxygen by a cell.

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Definitions:

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