In the reaction that forms aluminum nitride from its elements, which element is being oxidized?

Al + N2 ==> Al3N2 (not balanced)

Al is zero on the left and +3 on the right. N is zero on the left and -3 on the left. Oxidation is the loss of electrons; reduction is the gain of electrons.

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