MHT CET · Chemistry · Redox Reactions
Carbon is present in highest oxidation number in
- A \(\mathrm{CO}_{3}^{2-}\)
- B \(\cdot \mathrm{CaC}_{2}\)
- C \(\mathrm{CO}\)
- D \(\mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{4}^{2-}\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) \(\mathrm{CO}_{3}^{2-}\)
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Here, highest oxidation number \(=+4\) in \(\mathrm{CO}_{3}^{2-}\).
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