8. Which of the following correctly describes an oxidation-reduction reaction? (2 points)
The element that is oxidized increases in electronegativity, and the element that is reduced decreases in electronegativity.
o
The element that is oxidized decreases in electronegativity, and the element that is reduced increases in electronegativity.
The element that is oxidized loses electrons, and the element that is reduced gains electrons.
O
The element that is oxidized gains electrons, and the element that is reduced loses electrons.