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  • Definition: Oxidation Reaction
  • Definition: Oxidants or Oxidising Agents
  • Key Points: Oxidation
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Definition: Oxidation Reaction

The chemical reaction in which a reactant combines with oxygen or loses hydrogen to form the product is called oxidation reaction.

Maharashtra State Board: Class 10

Definition: Oxidants or Oxidising Agents

Chemical substances which bring about an oxidation reaction by making oxygen available are called oxidants or oxidizing agents.

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Substances that can give oxygen to other substances are called oxidants or oxidizing agents.

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Key Points: Oxidation

  • Combustion fully oxidises carbon compounds, breaking all chemical bonds and producing CO₂ and H₂O.
  • Oxidising agents like potassium permanganate or potassium dichromate can convert alcohols to carboxylic acids.
  • Air inlets in stoves ensure complete combustion; black soot indicates incomplete combustion and fuel wastage due to blocked air inlets.

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