AIIMS2000Chemistry-Redox Reactions

AIIMS 2000 Chemistry Oxidation States MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Oxidation state of sulphur in S₈, H₂S and SF₂ is

A

0, -2, -1

B

0, +2, -1

C

1, -2, +1

D

0, -2, +1

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

In S₈, sulphur is in elemental form with oxidation state 0. In H₂S, sulphur is2s^{-2}, and in SF₂, it is1s^{-1}.

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