MHT CET · Chemistry · Biomolecules
What is the oxidation number of carbon in glucose?
- A \(-6\)
- B \(+6\)
- C \(+3\)
- D Zero
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Correct Answer
(D) Zero
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\(\begin{array}{l}
\mathrm{C}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{12} \mathrm{O}_{6} \\
6 \mathrm{x}+12-12=0
\end{array}\)
C has oxidation number \(=0\)
\mathrm{C}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{12} \mathrm{O}_{6} \\
6 \mathrm{x}+12-12=0
\end{array}\)
C has oxidation number \(=0\)
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