When a metal atom becomes an ion : [Choose the correct answer from the choices A, B, C and D]
A : it loses electrons and is oxidized
B : it gains electrons and is reduced
C : it gains electrons and is oxidized
D : it loses electrons and is reduced

Question

When a metal atom becomes an ion : [Choose the correct answer from the choices A, B, C and D]

Flash Institute · Accepted Answer

it loses electrons and is oxidized
Reason — metals readily give the valence electron during reactions and are hence oxidised.