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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