In a redox reaction, reduction means ________, and oxidation means ________.
A) loss of electrons; gain of electrons
B) gain of water; loss of water
C) gain of electrons; loss of electrons
D) loss of water; gain of water
E) gain of protons; loss of protons

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Reduction is the gain of electrons, while oxidation is the loss of electrons in a redox (reduction-oxidation) reaction.

In a Redox Reaction, Reduction Means ________, and Oxidation Means