In the reaction 3 Mg + N2 -> Mg3N2, how is magnesium getting oxidized and nitrogen getting reduced?
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Oxidation is the loss of electrons or an increase in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion. Reduction is the gain of electrons or a decrease in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion. Show more…
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