Asked by Anand Lakra on May 15, 2024
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In what form does oxygen not have an oxidation number of -2?
A) In aqueous solution
B) Under basic conditions
C) Under acidic conditions
D) As a free element
Oxidation Number
A figure indicating the number of electrons lost or gained by an atom in a compound or ion.
Oxygen
A chemical element with symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for life as part of the process of respiration.
- Comprehend the principle of oxidation numbers and the method by which they are ascertained in various chemical entities.
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Tasha LipfordMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Oxygen typically has an oxidation number of -2 in compounds, but as a free element (O2), its oxidation number is 0, not -2.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principle of oxidation numbers and the method by which they are ascertained in various chemical entities.