Define reduction reactions.

Reduction is the gain of electrons or a decrease in the oxidation state of an atom, an ion, or of certain atoms in a molecule.

Example: The reaction between magnesium oxide and carbon at 2000C to form magnesium metal and carbon monoxide is an example of the reduction of magnesium oxide to magnesium metal.

MgO(s) + C(s)  ------------    Mg(s) + CO(g) [Reduction]

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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