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A zinc ion is formed due to oxidation.(a) true(b) falseI got this question in quiz.This is a very interesting question from Classical Idea of Redox Reactions-Oxidation and Reduction Reactions topic in chapter Redox Reactions of Chemistry – Class 11

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Correct answer is (a) true

Easy explanation: OXIDATION is the loss of electrons by an ATOM, ion or molecule. it is ALSO KNOWN as de^–electronation. Zn → Zn^2+ + 2e^–, the loss of electrons from ZINC i.e. formation of zinc is an example of oxidation.



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