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The tendency of an electrode to lose electrons is known as
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The magnitude of the electrode potential of a metal is a measure of its relative tendency to lose or gain electrons. i.e., it is a measure of the relative tendency to undergo oxidation (loss of electrons) or reduction (gain of electrons).
(oxidation potential)
(reduction potential)
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