Chemistry-Oxidation Number
NEET Chemistry Oxidation Number MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11
What does the oxidation number represent in a compound?
A
The oxidation state of an element
B
The molecular weight of the compound
C
The number of hydrogen atoms present
D
The total number of electrons in the compound
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The oxidation number denotes the oxidation state of an element in a compound, ascertained according to specific rules for bookkeeping in redox reactions.
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