Chemist Question:

What is oxidation and reduction reaction?

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Answer:

Oxidation = When there is a loss of hydrogen or electrons, OR gain of oxygen is known as Oxidation reaction.
Reduction = When there is a gain of hydrogen or electron OR loss of oxygen is known as reduction reaction

Example of oxidation-reduction reaction is observed in human body, when an electron is transferred into the cell and oxidation of glucose take place from which we get the energy.

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