MHT CET · Chemistry · Redox Reactions
What is the oxidation state of oxygen in \(\mathrm{O}_2^{2-}\) ion?
- A \(+2\)
- B \(+1\)
- C \(-2\)
- D \(-1\)
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(D) \(-1\)
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\(\mathrm{O}_2^{-2}\)
let O.S. of oxygen is \(\mathrm{x}\)
\(2 x=-2\)
\(x=-1\)
let O.S. of oxygen is \(\mathrm{x}\)
\(2 x=-2\)
\(x=-1\)
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