Which of these results in a REDUCED molecule?
A) loss of phosphate
B) gain of phosphate
C) loss of electrons
D) gain of electrons

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In chemical reactions, reduction refers to the gain of electrons. When a molecule gains electrons, it is said to be reduced. This is in accordance with the oxidation-reduction (redox) reactions where oxidation involves the loss of electrons and reduction involves the gain of electrons.

Which of These Results in a REDUCED Molecule