Those atoms that gain or lose electrons to become charged ions pass into the electrolyte.

However, atoms interact with each other, and there is a tendency for some to gain electrons at the expense of others.

Because the oxidizing agent is gaining electrons, we say it has been reduced.

The transfer causes a charge separation, with one body gaining electrons and the other losing electrons.

The other element is being reduced - gaining electrons.

But they can turn into ions, by loosing, or gaining electrons.

An ion js an atom that is charged because it has gained or lost electrons.

Because certain brain chemicals lose or gain electrons at characteristic voltages, individual species can be identified.

Atoms may gain or lose electrons, which change the charge of the atom (creating ions).

In a reducing environment the iron will gain electrons and colour will change from yellow/brown to pale blue.