Chemistry-Oxidation Number

NEET Chemistry Oxidation Number MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

In the compound Na2S2O3, what is the average oxidation number of sulfur?

A

5

B

0

C

0

D

0

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, the oxidation number of an element is averaged over all its atoms in a molecule. In Na2S2O3, the oxidation number of sulfur is given as 2.5.

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