[azee]

Hi,

I understand that oxidation refers to losing electrons and reduction as gaining electrons. However, I do not fully comprehend how this property affects a chemical reaction. Does it affect the spontaneity of the reaction? What is the importance of oxidation/reduction? I've tried looking through my textbook but I'm still very confused.

Thanks!!

[Hunter2]

You already figured out that during an Oxidation Reduction electrons moved from one molecule or atom to another. Does this go spontanioly or not has nothing to do with it.