The oxidation state of an atom is the fictitious charge that an atom would have if all bonds between atoms of different elements were 100% ionic. Thus, oxidation is better defined as an increase in oxidation state, and reduction as a decrease in oxidation state.
Most babies take their first steps sometime between 9 and 12 months and are walking well by the time they're 14 or 15 months old. Don't worry if your child takes a little longer, though. Some perfectly normal children don't walk until they're 16 or 17 months old.
Learning to walk involves much more than footwork! We've also given typical ages, but keep in mind that this is just a rough guideline. Some kids walk as early as 9 months, others as late as 17 months. There's a wide range of normal ages for kids to start walking. If you're concerned about your child's progress, check with his doctor. Baby