NEETChemistry-Redox Reactions

NEET Chemistry Oxidation Numbers MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following arrangements represent increasing oxidation number of the central atom?

A

CrO₂⁻, ClO₃⁻, CrO₄²⁻, MnO₄⁻

B

ClO₃⁻, CrO₄²⁻, MnO₄⁻, CrO₂⁻

C

CrO₂⁻, ClO₃⁻, MnO₄⁻, CrO₄²⁻

D

CrO₄²⁻, MnO₄⁻, CrO₂⁻, ClO₃⁻

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The oxidation number increases from CrO₂⁻ to MnO₄⁻ as the oxidation state of the central atom increases.

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