ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

ER Oxidoreductin

Okay, kiddo, let me explain oxidoreductin to you like you're five.

So, oxidoreductin is a fancy word that scientists use to describe a process that happens in our bodies all the time. You see, our bodies are made up of tiny little things called cells. And these cells need energy to do all the things they have to do, like helping us walk or keeping us breathing.

One way cells get all this energy is by using a chemical reaction called oxidoreductin. Now, this might sound really complicated but it's actually pretty simple. When something undergoes oxidoreductin, it basically means that it's either gaining or losing electrons. And what are electrons, you ask? Well, electrons are teeny-tiny particles that hang out inside atoms.

Now, when an atom gives an electron to another atom, we say the first atom is being oxidized and the second atom is being reduced. That's why we call it oxidoreductin - it's a process that involves both oxidation and reduction.

And why is this important? Well, when our cells use oxidoreductin, they're basically creating energy that they can use to do all the things they need to do. It's kind of like a little power plant inside our bodies! So next time you're running around and playing, just remember that it's all thanks to the amazing process of oxidoreductin happening inside your cells. Cool, huh?