Asked by akhona mbendeni on Jun 06, 2024
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In the compound H2SO4, what is the oxidation number of S?
A) 0
B) +6
C) -2
D) -4
Oxidation Number
A concept in chemistry that represents the degree of oxidation of an atom in a chemical compound, indicating the number of electrons lost or gained by an atom.
- Acquire knowledge on the theory of oxidation numbers within chemical compounds.
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Ramona VelazquezJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The compound is likely a typo but seems to intend H2SO4 (sulfuric acid) where the oxidation number of sulfur (S) is +6. This is because oxygen (O) typically has an oxidation number of -2, and hydrogen (H) has +1. In H2SO4, for the molecule to be neutral, sulfur must have an oxidation number of +6.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the theory of oxidation numbers within chemical compounds.