A chemical reaction that removes electrons from an atom is called a(n)__________ reaction.

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An oxidation reaction involves the removal of electrons from an atom, which results in an increase in the atom's oxidation number. The other options do not involve the removal of electrons. Reduction involves the addition of electrons, condensation involves the joining of molecules, hydrolysis involves the breaking down of molecules through the addition of water, and anabolic reactions involve the building up of molecules.

A Chemical Reaction That Removes Electrons from an Atom Is