Oxidation

Chemical reaction involving electron loss.

Oxidation is a chemical reaction that involves the loss of electrons by an atom, molecule, or ion. It is often accompanied by a gain in oxygen or the apparent loss of hydrogen.

/ˌɒksɪˈdeɪʃən/

Derived from the Latin word 'oxidare' meaning 'to sour'.

Oxidation is like when iron turns to rust - it's a chemical reaction where something loses tiny particles called electrons.

Rusting iron is a common example of oxidation
Oxidation reactions are essential for many processes, including combustion and respiration
Antioxidants work by preventing or slowing down oxidation

What is oxidation? It's a chemical reaction involving the loss of electrons
What causes oxidation? Oxygen often plays a role, but not always
How is it different from reduction? Oxidation involves loss of electrons, while reduction involves gain

corrosion rusting

reduction

chemical reaction redox process

combustion corrosion rusting

redox reaction

chemical process