The chemical equation shows a redox reaction:
CuO+Mg→MgO+Cu \text{CuO} + \text{Mg} \rightarrow \text{MgO} + \text{Cu} CuO+Mg→MgO+CuWhich statement about oxidation is correct?
The loss of oxygen and the loss of electrons by a substance
The loss of oxygen and the gain of electrons by a substance
The gain of oxygen and the gain of electrons by a substance
The gain of oxygen and the loss of electrons by a substance