Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) A reduction process corresponds to an increase in oxidation state as a result of loss of electrons.
B) An oxidation process involves the loss of electrons resulting in an increase in oxidation state.
C) An oxidation process corresponds to a decrease in oxidation state as a result of a gain of electrons.
D) During a reduction process electrons are lost, while during an oxidation they are gained.
E) During a reduction process an oxidation state increases, while in an oxidation process an oxidation state decreases.