👉 The term "oxidizing" refers to the process of a chemical reaction in which electrons are transferred from one substance to another. This occurs when an atom or molecule gains or loses electrons, and the energy released is used to create new bonds between atoms or molecules. In chemistry, oxidation can occur through various processes, such as combustion (the burning of fuels like wood, coal, or oil), electrochemical reactions (such as in batteries and fuel cells), chemical fertilizers that add nutrients to soil,