Which of the following is a definition of reduction?
A)Reduction is the gain of oxygen.
B)Reduction is the gain of hydrogen.
C)Reduction is the loss of hydrogen.
D)Reduction is the gain of BOTH electrons AND oxygen.

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Reduction is defined as the gain of electrons, which may be accompanied by the gain of hydrogen atoms or the loss of oxygen atoms. Therefore, option B, which states that reduction is the gain of hydrogen, is the most accurate definition from the given options.

Which of the Following Is a Definition of Reduction