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What is "Oxidation"?

A reaction in which there is an increase in valence resulting from a loss of electros. Contrast with reduction. Also, a corrosion reaction in which the corroded metal forms an oxide; usually applied to a reaction with a gas containing elemental oxygen, such as air.

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