What happens in a reduction reaction? (1) addition of Oxygen (2) addition of Nitrogen (3) addition of Hydrogen (4) None of the above

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(3) addition of Hydrogen Explanation: In terms of Oxygen transfer, oxidation is gain of oxygen; reduction is loss of oxygen. However, in terms of hydrogen transfer, oxidation is loss of hydrogen, reduction is gain of hydrogen.

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